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The average train between Bedford and Burnley takes 4h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Burnley. 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 45m
Duration
273 mi
Distance
£118
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bedford to Burnley train times

Trains run hourly between Bedford and Burnley. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Burnley at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited8h 48m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 49m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 19m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 21m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 49m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 19m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 21m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 49m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 19m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 21m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 22m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Burnley? 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 Burnley.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 272.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Burnley Manchester Road via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h 57m.

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