The average train between Bedford and Blackpool takes 6h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Blackpool. 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 hourly between Bedford and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 1:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 6h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Blackpool? 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 Bedford to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Blackpool station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.
Bedford to Blackpool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Bedford to Blackpool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Bedford to Blackpool train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bedford and Blackpool is 254.7 km. The road distance is 333 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Blackpool North via Kettering, Nottingham, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 1m.