The average train between Stamford and Bedford takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Stamford 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 Stamford and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stamford is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Bedford at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stamford 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 Stamford to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Stamford station and arriving at Bedford station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Stamford to Bedford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stamford station.
Stamford to Bedford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bedford station.
Book your Stamford to Bedford train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Stamford and Bedford is 57.3 km. The road distance is 143 km.
You can take a train from Stamford to Bedford via Leicester and Kettering in around 2h 7m.