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.
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.




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6h 54m • 4 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Milton Keynes Central station via Glasgow Central station and Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.
Ayr to Bedford train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Bedford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.
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The distance between Ayr and Bedford is 460.1 km. The road distance is 555 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Bedford St Johns via Glasgow Central, Crewe, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 8h 7m.