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The average train between Manchester and Bedford takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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.

3h 52m
Duration
159 mi
Distance
£88
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
  2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain train Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
3h 47m
£72–103

Manchester to Bedford train times

Trains run hourly between Manchester and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 7:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Bedford at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 27m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 158.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford via Nottingham and Kettering in around 3h 47m.

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