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Lancaster to Bedford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Lancaster and Bedford takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Lancaster 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.

4h 31m
Duration
198 mi
Distance
£78
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Lancaster to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Bletchley to Bedford St Johnstrain train
4h 8m
£51–150

Lancaster to Bedford train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Lancaster and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Bedford at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 198 mi
  • Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Bedford St Johns via Crewe, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 4h 8m.

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