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The average train between Holyhead and Bedford takes 7h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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 46m
Duration
253 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Holyhead to Bedford train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Holyhead and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 4:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 6:25 PM which arrives into Bedford at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 7h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 3m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 4m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 6m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 2m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 3m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 4m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 2m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 3m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 4m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 2m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 3m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 4m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 4m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 56m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 6m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains13h 28m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains13h 30m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 2m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 3m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 4m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 6m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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: 252.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Bedford St Johns via Shrewsbury, Birmingham New Street, and Bletchley in around 7h 29m.

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