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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Bedford
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
165 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bedford will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Bedford on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
03:53AM3h29
Bristol07:22AMBedford
$461One-way
0 transfers
07:30AM3h25
Bristol10:55AMBedford
$871One-way
0 transfers
06:40AM3h15
Bristol09:55AMBedford
$1691One-way
0 transfers
07:33AM3h22
Bristol10:55AMBedford
$1881One-way
0 transfers
06:40AM3h15
Bristol09:55AMBedford
$1691One-way
0 transfers
07:33AM3h22
Bristol10:55AMBedford
$1881One-way
0 transfers
07:30AM3h25
Bristol10:55AMBedford
$871One-way
0 transfers
03:53AM3h29
Bristol07:22AMBedford
$461One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 102 miles (165 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€94 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bedford trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:21 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:53 AM Bristol | 3h29 | 7:22 AM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:40 AM Bristol | 3h15 | 9:55 AM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM Bristol | 3h25 | 10:55 AM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:33 AM Bristol | 3h22 | 10:55 AM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Bedford
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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 $16 (€13)
Distance 102 miles (165 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 02:15 |
Last train 22:40 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bristol to Bedford start from as low as $38 (€31) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $115 (€94) depending on the train type and class.
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 $16 (€13)
Train companies: Great Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol to Bedford trainsGreat Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Bedford from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
$38 (€31)
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
$238 (€194)
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
$212 (€173)
first_great_western frequency
48 a day
FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Bedford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
The train journey from Bristol to Bedford offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque landscapes of the English countryside, including views of rolling hills and quaint villages, particularly as the train travels through areas like the Cotswolds and the Chiltern Hills.
Typically, spending 1-2 days in Bedford allows you to explore its key attractions, such as the Higgins Bedford Museum, Bedford Park, and the historic Embankment area.
The distance by train from Bristol to Bedford is 102 miles (165 km).
There is no high speed train available from Bristol to Bedford.
A day trip from Bristol to Bedford is not feasible due to the travel duration of 3h 3m. Trains run 6 times per day, covering a distance of 102 miles (165 km).
The first train from Bristol to Bedford leaves at 2:15 AM.
Train ticket prices from Bristol to Bedford can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $38 (€31), while the average price is around $115 (€94).
The last train from Bristol to Bedford leaves at 10:40 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Bedford is by bus, with a cost of around $16 (€13).
There is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Bedford.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Bedford.
The train from Bristol to Bedford takes 3h 3m and runs 6 per day.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Bedford is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), which connects to Bedford station (BDM).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bristol to Bedford.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Bedford
Bristol
Bedford
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Bedford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Lawrence Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on either side of Church Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Redland
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road bus stop opposite station towards Bristol. Bus stop on Redland Grove towards Severn Beach
The major train station for arrivals in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your journey to Bedford from Bristol.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
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
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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
Accessibility
- 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
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
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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