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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 25 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM), including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:121h28Nottingham station (NOT)13:40Bedford station (BDM)£131One-way0 changes- 14:121h28Nottingham station (NOT)15:40Bedford station (BDM)£151One-way0 changes
- 10:121h28Nottingham station (NOT)11:40Bedford station (BDM)£251One-way0 changes
- 19:501h20Nottingham station (NOT)21:10Bedford station (BDM)£341One-way0 changes
- 12:501h20Nottingham station (NOT)14:10Bedford station (BDM)£521One-way0 changes
- 19:501h20Nottingham station (NOT)21:10Bedford station (BDM)£341One-way0 changes
- 12:501h20Nottingham station (NOT)14:10Bedford station (BDM)£521One-way0 changes
- 10:121h28Nottingham station (NOT)11:40Bedford station (BDM)£251One-way0 changes
- 12:121h28Nottingham station (NOT)13:40Bedford station (BDM)£131One-way0 changes
- 14:121h28Nottingham station (NOT)15:40Bedford station (BDM)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a coach costs an average of £32.
Distance: 101 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM):
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) costing on average £32.
Other travel options to Bedford station (BDM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 43m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (1h 15m by train vs 1h 46m by car). Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h28 | 14:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h28 | 19:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:48 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h23 | 22:11 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 10:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h28 | 11:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 19:48 |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Nottingham station (NOT) and Bedford station (BDM) from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bedford station (BDM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham station (NOT) and Bedford station (BDM)
Most Nottingham station (NOT) to Bedford station (BDM) trains use the Nottingham to Bedford station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham station (NOT) and Bedford station (BDM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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