Train from Bedford to Manchester: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Bedford to Manchester on November 30
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 the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 40mAverage Duration
122 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$258 - $258Average Duration3h 34m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$19 - $37Average Duration2h 40m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $258. The average price for this train route is around $258. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Bedford to Manchester is 3h 34m, covering a distance of 118 miles (190 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

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

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bedford to Manchester?

    The earliest train departs from Bedford to Manchester at 9:01am. And 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 most timely service from Bedford to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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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