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The average train between Ludlow and Bedford takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow 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 46m
Duration
186 mi
Distance
£66
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Ludlow 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
£43–133

Ludlow to Bedford train times

Trains run hourly between Ludlow and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Bedford at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains7h 57m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 18m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 12m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 13m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 18m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 12m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 13m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 22m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 12m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 15m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 9m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains9h 42m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains9h 17m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 18m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 12m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 13m • 3 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains4h 8m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ludlow 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.

Map of how to get from Ludlow to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 186.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Ludlow, England and Bedford, England?

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

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