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Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Cheapest

€49

Average

€72

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.

06:09AM2h21

Bedford

08:30AMCambridge

€491One-way

1 transfer

04:43AM2h55

Bedford

07:38AMCambridge

€751One-way

1 transfer

04:13AM2h54

Bedford

07:07AMCambridge

€751One-way

1 transfer

04:43AM2h47

Bedford

07:30AMCambridge

€751One-way

1 transfer

08:39AM2h21

Bedford

11:00AMCambridge

€821One-way

1 transfer

Train schedule from Bedford to Cambridge

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 26

Thameslink

05:15AM2h29

Bedford

07:44AMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

06:09AM2h04

Bedford

08:13AMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

06:40AM2h00

Bedford

08:40AMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

07:10AM2h02

Bedford

09:12AMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

07:40AM2h02

Bedford

09:42AMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

08:10AM2h02

Bedford

10:12AMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

08:39AM2h01

Bedford

10:40AMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

09:11AM2h00

Bedford

11:11AMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

09:40AM2h00

Bedford

11:40AMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

10:10AM2h01

Bedford

12:11PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

10:40AM2h00

Bedford

12:40PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

11:10AM2h01

Bedford

01:11PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

11:40AM2h00

Bedford

01:40PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

12:10PM2h02

Bedford

02:12PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

12:38PM2h02

Bedford

02:40PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

01:10PM2h01

Bedford

03:11PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

01:40PM2h00

Bedford

03:40PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

02:10PM2h01

Bedford

04:11PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

02:40PM2h00

Bedford

04:40PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

03:10PM2h01

Bedford

05:11PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

03:40PM2h00

Bedford

05:40PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

04:10PM2h02

Bedford

06:12PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

04:41PM2h02

Bedford

06:43PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

05:12PM1h58

Bedford

07:10PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

05:41PM2h02

Bedford

07:43PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

06:10PM2h01

Bedford

08:11PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

06:40PM2h03

Bedford

08:43PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

07:09PM2h03

Bedford

09:12PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

07:40PM2h08

Bedford

09:48PMCambridge

1 transfer

East Midlands Railways

08:41PM2h07

Bedford

10:48PMCambridge

1 transfer

Thameslink

09:18PM2h29

Bedford

11:47PMCambridge

1 transfer

Thameslink

10:16PM2h39

Bedford

12:55AMCambridge

1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Bedford to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Fastest Journey

1 h 57 m

Average

2 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

40 km

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

07:09PM1h57

Bedford

07:09PMCambridge

€1831One-way

1 transfer

08:41PM1h58

Bedford

08:41PMCambridge

€1831One-way

1 transfer

03:40PM1h59

Bedford

03:40PMCambridge

€1831One-way

1 transfer

05:12PM1h59

Bedford

05:12PMCambridge

€1831One-way

1 transfer

06:40PM1h59

Bedford

06:40PMCambridge

€1831One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Bedford to Cambridge

	Distance	25 miles (40 km)
	Train frequency	29 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train companies	Thameslink or Great Northern

Trains from Bedford to Cambridge cover the 25 miles (40 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 16 min with our travel partners like Thameslink or Great Northern. Normally, there are 29 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Bedford and arrive in Cambridge.

Train providers: Great Northern and Thameslink from Bedford to Cambridge trains

Great Northern and Thameslink will get you to Cambridge from Bedford at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times, prices and tickets for your trip.

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. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. 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.

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. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Bedford to Cambridge train information with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 2 h 31 min
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.

The train time from Bedford to Cambridge is on average 2 h 16 min for the 25 mile (40 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Cambridge from Bedford by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bedford to Cambridge leaves at 5: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bedford to Cambridge leaves at 10: 16 PM.

There are 29 trains a day from Bedford to Cambridge which require at least one change with Thameslink or Great Northern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Bedford to Cambridge, you can count on Thameslink or Great Northern for the best way to get you to Cambridge. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bedford and Cambridge and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 16 PM.

When departing from Bedford, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Bedford and Bedford St Johns. When arriving in Cambridge, you can end your trip in train stations like Cambridge and Cambridge North.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bedford, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cambridge, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.

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

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Bedford to Cambridge including taking a bus or train.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Bedford

Cambridge

Bedford is the most popular Bedford railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Bedford for your trip to Cambridge.

Bedford

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS

Bedford St Johns Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Bedford St Johns station, Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN

Public transit options for Bedford St Johns

Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the Medbourne Road car park, by the path leading to the platform. Please check the direction of travel before boarding.

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