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Trip Overview

The average train between Burnley and Bedford takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley to Bedford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 57m
Duration
273 mi
Distance
£120
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Burnley to Bedford train times

Trains run hourly between Burnley and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Bedford at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 36m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways9h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 37m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways4h 32m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Burnley to Bedford? 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.

Map of how to get from Burnley to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 272.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Bedford via Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 25m.

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