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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Bedford takes 7h 9m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow 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.

7h 9m
Duration
368 mi
Distance
£121
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Glasgow to Bedford train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Glasgow and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Bedford at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Milton Keynes Central and take an average of 7h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 51m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 32m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains12h 24m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains11h 49m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 41m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 49m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 33m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 41m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 49m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 33m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 41m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 47m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 33m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains11h 20m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains11h 47m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 41m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 49m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 33m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 41m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 29m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 49m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 33m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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: 368.1 mi
  • Duration: 7h 9m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Milton Keynes Central 4 times a day. Tickets cost £110–190 and the journey takes 4h 8m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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