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The average train between Bedford and Bolton takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. 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.

4h 6m
Duration
163 mi
Distance
£66
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Bedford St Johns to Bletchleytrain train Bedford - Bletchley
  2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain train London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 48m
£54–92

Bedford to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Bedford and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Bolton at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Bletchley and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 9m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 25m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 9m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 9m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Bedford to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 163.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Bedford St Johns to Bolton via Bletchley, Milton Keynes Central, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 48m.

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