The cheapest and fastest trains from Stamford to Bedford
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stamford to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stamford to Bedford will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stamford 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 57 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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
Stamford to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Stamford to Bedford trains for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:56 Stamford | 2h59 | 09:55 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stamford to Bedford
Take a train from Stamford to Bedford and enjoy the approximately 57 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 19:56.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 02:15 |
Last train 19:56 |
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FAQs: Stamford to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stamford 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stamford and Bedford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 12:30 Saturday 06:20 - 12:30 Sunday 11:45 - 18:30 None
- Caffè Nero
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. Level access from car park to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge only to Leicester bound platform (i.e. no step free access). Barrow crossing restricted times therefore Stamford to Leicester passengers to travel via Peterborough and return back. 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 taxis: White Knight 01733 555584
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: outside the station close to the exit
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station.
- 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
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