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The average train between Whitehaven and Bedford takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 5h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitehaven 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.

6h 38m
Duration
306 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Centraltrain train
6h 48m
£60–200

Whitehaven to Bedford train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Whitehaven and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitehaven is at 10:09 PM which arrives into Bedford at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 46m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains11h 16m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCaledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains10h 20m • 4 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 1m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 57m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 52m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 54m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains12h 23m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCaledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains11h 25m • 4 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 1m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 57m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 52m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 54m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 1m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 57m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 52m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 54m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 1m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 57m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 52m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 54m • 4 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 1m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 57m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 52m • 4 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains5h 54m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Whitehaven 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 Whitehaven to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 305.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Whitehaven, Cumbria, England and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Bedford St Johns via Carlisle, Crewe, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 6h 48m.

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