The average train between Bedford and Leeds takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Bedford to Leeds. 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 Leeds. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Leeds at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 3m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford to Leeds? 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 Leeds. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Leeds station via Leicester station and Sheffield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Bedford to Leeds train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Bedford to Leeds train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
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The distance between Bedford and Leeds is 198.5 km. The road distance is 237 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Leeds via Kettering, Leicester, and Sheffield in around 3h 27m.