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Carlisle to Bedford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Bedford takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle 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 52m
Duration
267 mi
Distance
£91
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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4h 58m
£48–187

Carlisle to Bedford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Carlisle and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Bedford at 5:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 266.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Bedford St Johns via Crewe, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 4h 58m.

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