The average train between Leeds and Bedford takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 Leeds and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Bedford at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Bedford station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Leeds to Bedford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Bedford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Kettering station.
Book your Leeds to Bedford train tickets online with Cross Country, East Midlands Railways and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Leeds and Bedford is 198.5 km. The road distance is 244 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Bedford via Sheffield, Leicester, and Kettering in around 3h 29m.