4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Bedford
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- ฿ 1,741
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- ฿ 4,350
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 3 h 1 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 3 h 4 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 25
- Distance
- 191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bedford will cost around ฿ 4,350 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only ฿ 1,741.
To travel from Manchester to Bedford you need to make at least 3 changes.
C04347 · W70694 · C042388:43 AM 3h26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 12:09 PM Bedford station (BDM) ฿ 1,741 1 One-way 2 changes- C04344 · W70688 · C04232
7:43 AM 3h27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:10 AM Bedford station (BDM) ฿ 1,741 1 One-way 2 changes - C04350 · W70700 · C04243
9:43 AM 3h26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 1:09 PM Bedford station (BDM) ฿ 1,741 1 One-way 2 changes - C21675 · C41875+
W846486:10 AM 4h45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:55 AM Bedford station (BDM) ฿ 1,931 1 One-way 2 changes - W70775 · W70685 · C04229+W84653
7:12 AM 3h28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:40 AM Bedford station (BDM) ฿ 2,193 1 One-way 3 changes
W34119+
Y80841 · W88055+
G388739:30 AM 3h01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 12:31 PM Bedford St Johns (BSJ) ฿ 3,743 1 One-way 3 changes- W34170+G38870+Y80829 · W88050
8:30 AM 3h01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:31 AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ) ฿ 3,743 1 One-way 3 changes - W34104+
G00806+W70691 · C042358:34 AM 3h06 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:40 AM Bedford station (BDM) ฿ 3,743 1 One-way 3 changes - W34111+G00841+W70685 · C04229
7:34 AM 3h06 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:40 AM Bedford station (BDM) ฿ 9,344 1 One-way 3 changes - W33893+G00808+W70697 · C04239
9:34 AM 3h06 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 12:40 PM Bedford station (BDM) ฿ 3,743 1 One-way 3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Bedford
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Trains from Manchester to Bedford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at ฿ 1,284 but you can travel from only ฿ 972 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price ฿ 1,284 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 2:15 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Live departures
Manchester to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bedford trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84658+W70781 · W70691 · C04235 | On time 8:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h27 | 11:40 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 3 changes | |
| C04347 · W70694 · C04238 | On time 8:43 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 12:09 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
W34202+C41863+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 5:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h52 | 8:56 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| G00997+W33943+W70256 · W88036 | 5:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h29 | 8:40 AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ) | 3 changes | |
| W33932+G66618+W70677 · C04220 | 5:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h15 | 9:10 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 3 changes | |
| W33932+C41866+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 5:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h35 | 9:30 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C21675 · C41875+W84648 | 6:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h45 | 10:55 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| W34018+C41869+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 6:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h41 | 9:55 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| W33953+G00805+W70680 · C04222 | 6:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h11 | 9:40 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 3 changes | |
W33953+ W45403+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 6:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h55 | 10:24 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Bedford
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FAQs: Manchester to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bedford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bedford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bedford
Most Manchester to Bedford trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Bedford station pair, with some services arriving at Bedford St Johns. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Bedford leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bedford station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bedford St Johns from Bedford city centre
Bedford St Johns train station facilities and services
Bedford St Johns has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford St Johns.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford St Johns: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford St Johns: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford St Johns: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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