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The average train between Dumfries and Bedford takes 6h 9m and the fastest train takes 5h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries 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.

6h 9m
Duration
300 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Centraltrain train
6h 17m
£60–197

Dumfries to Bedford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Dumfries and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Bedford at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 28m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains10h 52m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailCaledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains8h 47m • 4 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 26m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 16m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 31m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 30m • 4 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 32m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 26m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 14m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 31m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains10h 52m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailCaledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains8h 4m • 4 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 26m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 16m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 31m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 30m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 26m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 16m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 31m • 4 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 30m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumfries 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.

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  • Distance: 299.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Bedford St Johns via Carlisle, Crewe, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 6h 17m.

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