The average train between Harrogate and Bedford takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is an hourly train service from Harrogate 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 hourly between Harrogate and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harrogate is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Bedford at 3:01 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Harrogate 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 Harrogate to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Harrogate station and arriving at Bedford station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Harrogate to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Harrogate station.
Harrogate to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bedford station.
Book your Harrogate to Bedford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Grand Central Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Harrogate and Bedford is 218.4 km. The road distance is 415 km.
You can take a train from Harrogate to Bedford via York, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 31m.