The average train between Scunthorpe and Bedford takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h. 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.
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 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Scunthorpe to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe station and arriving at Bedford station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Scunthorpe to Bedford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Doncaster station.
Scunthorpe to Bedford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Bedford station.
Book your Scunthorpe to Bedford train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 5 other operators.
The distance between Scunthorpe and Bedford is 161.1 km. The road distance is 367 km.
You can take a train from Scunthorpe to Bedford via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 5m.