4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Bedford
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Bedford will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Bedford on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
9:08 AM1h32Derby10:40 AMBedford$631One-way0 transfers- 11:10 AM1h23Derby12:33 PMBedford$741One-way0 transfers
- 11:10 AM1h23Derby12:33 PMBedford$741One-way0 transfers
- 9:08 AM1h32Derby10:40 AMBedford$631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$51 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Bedford:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Bedford costing on average $51 (€40).
Other travel options to Bedford take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 24m.
Live departures
Derby to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Bedford trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:08 AM Derby | 1h32 | 10:40 AM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:10 AM Derby | 1h23 | 12:33 PM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Bedford
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Trains from Derby to Bedford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) but you can travel from only $31 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 3:48 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Derby to Bedford trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Derby and Bedford from $31 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Derby to Bedford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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
Popular train stations from Derby to Bedford
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
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Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Desk- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
- 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 available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- 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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