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Scunthorpe to Bedford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Scunthorpe and Bedford takes 3h 40m 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.

3h 40m
Duration
228 mi
Distance
£87
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London

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  1. Take the train from Doncaster to King's Crosstrain train Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Bedfordtrain train London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
3h 6m
£59–124

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 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressGrand Central TrainsEast 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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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 37m • 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 Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 4m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 15m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways3h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 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

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 40m

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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