The average train between Bedford and Bolton takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Bolton. 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 Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Bolton at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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3h 55m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford to Bolton? 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 Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Bolton station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Bedford to Bolton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Bedford to Bolton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Bedford to Bolton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bedford and Bolton is 208.3 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Bolton via Kettering, Leicester, Nuneaton, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 16m.