The average train between Bedford and Saltash takes 5h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Bedford to Saltash. 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 Saltash. The earliest departure is at 8:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Saltash at 11:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 5h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford to Saltash? 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 Saltash. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Saltash station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.
Bedford to Saltash train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Saltash train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Saltash station.
Book your Bedford to Saltash train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Bedford and Saltash is 324.2 km. The road distance is 454 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Saltash via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 5h 46m.