The average train between Hamilton and Bedford takes 7h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Hamilton 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Hamilton and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Bedford at 8:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 7h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 4m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Hamilton 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Motherwell station and arriving at Milton Keynes Central station via Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.
Hamilton to Bedford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.
Hamilton to Bedford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.
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The distance between Hamilton and Bedford is 466.3 km. The road distance is 546 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Bedford St Johns via Preston, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 6h 26m.