How much does a train ticket from Manchester to Bedford cost?

The average train ticket price from Manchester to Bedford is $57. The best way to find train tickets from Manchester to Bedford is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Manchester to Bedford?

A train trip between Manchester and Bedford is around 3h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 119 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Manchester and Bedford?

The number of trains from Manchester to Bedford can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Manchester to Bedford by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Manchester to Bedford?

When taking the train from Manchester to Bedford, you can travel comfortably and safely with East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.

Train Manchester to Bedford from $57

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Departure time: September 17 at 7:43am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival time: September 17 at 11:09am
Destination city: Bedford
Destination location: Bedford
Operated by: East Midlands Railway
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 3h 26m
Departure time: September 17 at 8:43am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival time: September 17 at 12:09pm
Destination city: Bedford
Destination location: Bedford
Operated by: East Midlands Railway
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 3h 26m
Departure time: September 17 at 9:43am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival time: September 17 at 1:09pm
Destination city: Bedford
Destination location: Bedford
Operated by: East Midlands Railway
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 3h 26m
Departure time: September 17 at 3:43pm
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival time: September 17 at 7:08pm
Destination city: Bedford
Destination location: Bedford
Operated by: East Midlands Railway
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 3h 25m
Departure time: September 17 at 4:43pm
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival time: September 17 at 8:09pm
Destination city: Bedford
Destination location: Bedford
Operated by: East Midlands Railway
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 3h 26m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Bedford.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Train	Average Price$57 - $79	Average Duration3h 26m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $19	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Manchester to Bedford

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bedford. The journey takes about 3 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 26mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Manchester to Bedford: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$57

Average train trip duration3h 26m

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure7:43am

Distance118 miles (190 km)

Latest train departure4:43pm

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Avanti West Coast

4/541 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi1.9

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

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Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Manchester and Bedford is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Bedford.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Bedford you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Manchester and Bedford compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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