Bedford to Nottingham train with East Midlands Railway

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Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Cheapest

$20

Average

$35

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

11:26AM1h24

Bedford

12:50PMNottingham

$201One-way

0 transfers

08:56AM1h12

Bedford

10:08AMNottingham

$231One-way

0 transfers

06:11AM1h10

Bedford

07:21AMNottingham

$331One-way

0 transfers

09:26AM1h24

Bedford

10:50AMNottingham

$331One-way

0 transfers

12:26PM1h24

Bedford

01:50PMNottingham

$641One-way

0 transfers

Bedford to Nottingham train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 24

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway	06:11AM Bedford	1h10	07:21AM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway	12:26PM Bedford	1h24	01:50PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway	11:26AM Bedford	1h24	12:50PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway	09:26AM Bedford	1h24	10:50AM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway	08:56AM Bedford	1h12	10:08AM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Bedford to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Fastest Journey

1 h 10 m

Average

1 h 19 m

Trains per day

Distance

102 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Bedford for Nottingham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

06:11AM1h10

Bedford

07:21AMNottingham

$331One-way

0 transfers

08:56AM1h12

Bedford

10:08AMNottingham

$231One-way

0 transfers

12:26PM1h24

Bedford

01:50PMNottingham

$641One-way

0 transfers

11:26AM1h24

Bedford

12:50PMNottingham

$201One-way

0 transfers

09:26AM1h24

Bedford

10:50AMNottingham

$331One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bedford to Nottingham

Trains from Bedford to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€14) if you book in advance.

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

Distance

63 miles (102 km)

Average train duration

1h 22m

Cheapest ticket price

$16 (€14)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 10m

First train

04:10

Last train

23:46

Price information

Train providers: East Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains from Bedford to Nottingham trains

For as little as $16 (€15) you can travel by train from Bedford to Nottingham with East Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Train information from Bedford to Nottingham with East Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 1 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $16

FAQs: Trains from Bedford to Nottingham

FAQs: Travel by train from Bedford to Nottingham 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 Nottingham.

Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Nottingham can start from as little as $16 (€14) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bedford to Nottingham is $46 (€41); 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 Nottingham train travel time is 1 h 10 min for the 63 mile (102 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bedford to Nottingham leaves at 4: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bedford to Nottingham leaves at 11: 58 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Bedford to Nottingham without having to change trains with east_midlands_trains. There are 2 direct trains from Bedford to Nottingham each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Nottingham. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Bedford to Nottingham.

Take the Bedford to Nottingham train with East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey from Bedford to Nottingham as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 58 PM.

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 Nottingham, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Nottingham from Bedford is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

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

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

Popular train stations from Bedford to Nottingham

Bedford

Nottingham

The major train station for departures in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your trip from Bedford to Nottingham.

Bedford

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

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

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

Il Basilico
Doorstep Diner
Mamma Concetta
McDonald's

Taxis

Taxi: Yes

Accessibility

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

Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel