The average train between Bedford and Lancaster takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Lancaster. 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 Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 8:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Lancaster? 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 Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Lancaster station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.
Bedford to Lancaster train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Bedford to Lancaster train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Bedford to Lancaster train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bedford and Lancaster is 263.6 km. The road distance is 339 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Lancaster via Kettering, Nottingham, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 43m.