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Scunthorpe to Bedford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Scunthorpe and Bedford takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Scunthorpe 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 42m
Duration
228 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Scunthorpe to Bedford train times

Trains run hourly between Scunthorpe and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scunthorpe is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Bedford at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 18m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 16m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 16m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 42m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedGrand Central TrainsEast Midlands Railways3h 7m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 42m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedGrand Central TrainsEast Midlands Railways3h 7m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 42m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedGrand Central TrainsEast Midlands Railways3h 7m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 16m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 227.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Scunthorpe to Bedford via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 6m.

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