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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Bedford
Showing times and prices for 27 May
Cheapest price
£93
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
245 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Bedford will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea 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 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 40 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.
6:444h40Swansea11:24Bedford£931One-way0 changes
- 6:444h40Swansea11:24Bedford£931One-way0 changes
Live departures
Swansea to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Bedford trains for today, Tuesday 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 13:22 Swansea | 4h17 | 17:39 Bedford | 2 changes | |
| 14:22 Swansea | 4h05 | 18:27 Bedford | 2 changes | |
 | 14:55 Swansea | 4h03 | 18:58 Bedford | 3 changes | |
| 15:22 Swansea | 4h17 | 19:39 Bedford | 2 changes | |
| 16:22 Swansea | 4h32 | 20:54 Bedford | 2 changes | |
| 17:22 Swansea | 4h32 | 21:54 Bedford | 2 changes | |
| 18:23 Swansea | 4h16 | 22:39 Bedford | 2 changes | |
| 19:19 Swansea | 4h37 | 23:56 Bedford | 2 changes | |
| 20:23 Swansea | 4h37 | 1:00 Bedford | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 27 May | |||||
| 6:44 Swansea | 4h40 | 11:24 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales offer trains services from Swansea to Bedford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swansea to Bedford.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Bedford.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Bedford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Bedford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £93 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 4h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £93 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 40m |
First train 3:46 |
Last train 21:10 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Swansea to Bedford trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Bedford from £93. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest Price
£93
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
£208
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
£188
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Bedford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £93, while the average price tends to be around £93.
The train journey from Swansea to Bedford covers a distance of 245 km and takes approximately 4h 40m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to Bedford is 245 km.
The first train from Swansea to Bedford leaves at 3:46.
The last train from Swansea to Bedford departs at 21:10.
Trains from Swansea to Bedford run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Bedford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Bedford.
To travel from Swansea to Bedford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Bedford.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Bedford is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Bedford is by train, costing approximately £93.
Booking trains from Swansea to Bedford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swansea to Bedford offers a variety of landscapes, including views of the Welsh countryside, rolling hills, and charming towns, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
A day trip from Swansea to Bedford is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 40m. There are 7 train trips per day for this route.
To fully explore Bedford's cultural sites, historical landmarks, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Bedford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Bedford
Swansea
Bedford
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Bedford.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your journey to Bedford from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
Accessibility
- 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 Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Bedford St Johns
- 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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