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Preston to Bedford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Bedford takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 54m
Duration
190 mi
Distance
£113
Average price
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Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
  2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain train
  3. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain train
5h 24m
£89–149

Preston to Bedford train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Bedford at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Preston to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 189.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Bedford via Manchester Piccadilly, Nottingham, and Kettering in around 5h 24m.

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