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The average train between Ayr and Bedford takes 9h 7m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Bedford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 7m
Duration
409 mi
Distance
£156
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Ayr to Bedford train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Ayr and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Bedford at 11:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 9h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains12h 39m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains12h 40m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains12h 29m • 4 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 24m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 24m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 24m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 24m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 24m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 54m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Bedford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Ayr to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 408.5 mi
  • Duration: 9h 7m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Bedford St Johns via Glasgow Central, Crewe, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 8h 7m.

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