The average train between Bedford and Stamford takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Stamford. 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 Stamford. The earliest departure is at 1:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Stamford at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 59m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford to Stamford? 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 Stamford. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Stamford station via Kettering station and Leicester station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Bedford to Stamford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Stamford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stamford station.
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The distance between Bedford and Stamford is 57.3 km. The road distance is 74 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Stamford via Kettering and Leicester in around 2h 29m.