4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Solihull to Bedford
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solihull to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solihull to Bedford will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Solihull for Bedford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 48 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.
Live departures
Solihull to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Solihull to Bedford trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:41 Solihull | 2h48 | 18:29 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
| 04:41 Solihull | 4h48 | 09:29 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solihull to Bedford
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Trains from Solihull to Bedford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 20:50 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Solihull to Bedford trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Solihull and Bedford from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Solihull to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solihull to Bedford 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Solihull and Bedford
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
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WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:35 - 00:00 Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 09:10 - 23:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Between platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Between Platforms 1 & 2.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the Medbourne Road car park, by the path leading to the platform. Please check the direction of travel before boarding.
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