The average train between Bedford and Plymouth takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Plymouth. 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 Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Plymouth? 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 Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Plymouth station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Bedford to Plymouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Plymouth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Bedford to Plymouth train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bedford and Plymouth is 322.3 km. The road distance is 445 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Plymouth via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 41m.