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The average train between Smethwick and Bedford takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Smethwick 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.

2h 53m
Duration
92 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain train Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
  2. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain train Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2h 52m
£40–62

Smethwick to Bedford train times

Trains run hourly between Smethwick and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Smethwick is at 10:08 PM which arrives into Bedford at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 31m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 30m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 31m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 1m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways7h 30m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 48m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 30m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 31m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways7h 30m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 48m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 30m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways2h 31m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Smethwick 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 Smethwick to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 91.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Bedford via Birmingham New Street, Leicester, and Kettering in around 2h 52m.

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