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Trip Overview

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

Dumfries to Bedford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Dumfries and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, 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 Wednesday, November 11, 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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    Arrives next day

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

Departing Thursday, November 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 Friday, November 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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Departing Saturday, November 14, 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 14m • 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 28m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

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

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

Departing Monday, November 16, 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, November 17, 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.

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • 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 19m.

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