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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$107

Average price

$107

Fastest journey

2 h 21 m

Average duration

2 h 29 m

Trains per day

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bedford to Cambridge will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bedford to Cambridge without transferring at least once.

Y36815+

Y30247

06:33AM2h29

Bedford station (BDM)

09:02AMCambridge station (CBG)

$1071One-way

1 transfer

Y07302+

Y30240

06:09AM2h21

Bedford station (BDM)

08:30AMCambridge station (CBG)

$1071One-way

1 transfer

Y07302+

Y36829

06:09AM2h32

Bedford station (BDM)

08:41AMCambridge station (CBG)

$1071One-way

1 transfer

Y36649+

Y30240

06:00AM2h30

Bedford station (BDM)

08:30AMCambridge station (CBG)

$1071One-way

1 transfer

Y36651+

Y30247

06:30AM2h32

Bedford station (BDM)

09:02AMCambridge station (CBG)

$1071One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bedford to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €53.

Distance: 24 miles (40 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€76 Average price	€48 Average price Cheapest
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bedford to Cambridge train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 17

Last updated at 11:47 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y36649+Y30240	On time 5:00 AM Bedford station (BDM)	2h30	7:30 AM Cambridge station (CBG)	1 transfer
Y07302+Y30240	On time 5:09 AM Bedford station (BDM)	2h21	7:30 AM Cambridge station (CBG)	1 transfer
Y07302+Y36829	On time 5:09 AM Bedford station (BDM)	2h32	7:41 AM Cambridge station (CBG)	1 transfer
Y36993+Y30247	On time 5:16 AM Bedford station (BDM)	2h46	8:02 AM Cambridge station (CBG)	1 transfer
Y36651+Y30247	On time 5:30 AM Bedford station (BDM)	2h32	8:02 AM Cambridge station (CBG)	1 transfer
Y36815+Y30247	On time 5:33 AM Bedford station (BDM)	2h29	8:02 AM Cambridge station (CBG)	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bedford to Cambridge

United Kingdom

Trains from Bedford to Cambridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $49 (€40)

Distance

24 miles (40 km)

Average train duration

1h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

$65 (€53)

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 0m

First train

00:02

Last train

23:53

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $49 (€40)

Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink and east_midlands_trains from Bedford to Cambridge trains

Travel from Bedford to Cambridge from $59 (€48) with Omio’s train partners Great Northern, Thameslink and east_midlands_trains! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Bedford to Cambridge train information with Great Northern:

Average Duration: 2 h 19 min
Cheapest Price: $60

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Train information from Bedford to Cambridge with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 2 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: $59
Thameslink frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bedford to Cambridge

FAQs: Travel by train from Bedford to Cambridge easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bedford to Cambridge.

Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Cambridge can start from as little as $63 (€51) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bedford to Cambridge is $88 (€71); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Bedford to Cambridge train time is 2 h 3 min covering the 25 mile (40 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bedford to Cambridge leaves at 12: 22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bedford to Cambridge leaves at 11: 53 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Bedford to Cambridge which require at least one change with Great Northern, Thameslink or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Bedford to Cambridge train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Northern, Thameslink or east_midlands_trains. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Cambridge from Bedford to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 53 PM.

A trip to Cambridge from Bedford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bedford to Cambridge is December.

You have options as you can travel from Bedford to Cambridge 2 different ways: train or bus.