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Outbound fromManchester Piccadilly to Bedford by train
It takes an average of 5h 17m to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford by train, over a distance of around 118 miles (190 km). There are normally 80 trains per day travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford and tickets for this journey start from £29 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:03 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | Bedford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 39m | |
| Distance | 118 miles (190 km) | |
| Frequency | 80 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £29 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford
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The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford usually takes 5 hours 17 minutes on average to travel 118 miles (190 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 39 minutes. You can expect to find 80 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Bedford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £29.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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