The average train between Bedford and Penrith takes 6h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Bedford to Penrith. 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 every 4 hours between Bedford and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 9:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Penrith at 9:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Bletchley and take an average of 6h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 56m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford to Penrith? 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 Penrith. However, there are services departing from Milton Keynes Central station and arriving at Penrith North Lakes station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.
Bedford to Penrith train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Milton Keynes Central station.
Bedford to Penrith train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
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The distance between Bedford and Penrith is 319.8 km. The road distance is 385 km.
You can take a train from Bedford St Johns to Penrith North Lakes via Bletchley, Milton Keynes Central, and Crewe in around 5h 1m.