The average train between Banbury and Bedford takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Banbury 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 2 hours between Banbury and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Banbury is at 9:57 PM which arrives into Bedford at 5:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Coventry and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 29m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Banbury 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 Banbury to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Banbury station and arriving at Bedford St Johns station via Coventry station and Bletchley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.
Banbury to Bedford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.
Banbury to Bedford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Bedford St Johns station.
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The distance between Banbury and Bedford is 60.4 km. The road distance is 75 km.
You can take a train from Banbury to Bedford St Johns via Coventry and Bletchley in around 3h 23m.