Train from Bedford to Manchester: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Bedford to Manchester on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Bedford
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Bedford
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Bedford
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Bedford
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Bedford
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Bedford to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 40mAverage Duration
196 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$369 - $369Average Duration3h 34m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$27 - $53Average Duration2h 40m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bedford to Manchester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Bedford to Manchester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bedford to Manchester start at $369. The average price for this train route is around $369. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Bedford to Manchester?

    The average train trip from Bedford to Manchester takes 3h 34m and covers 190 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

  3. Which train operators serve the Bedford to Manchester route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bedford to Manchester?

    The earliest train from Bedford to Manchester departs at 9:01am. The latest train departs at 3:56pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Bedford to Manchester?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bedford to Manchester?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Bedford to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bedford to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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