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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bedford
Cheapest price
$148
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
460 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bedford will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $148.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Bedford without transferring at least 2 times.
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EM7972009:30 AM6h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:35 PMBedford station (BDM)$1481One-way2 transfers- C01940+C92898+EM79680010:30 AM6h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:35 PMBedford station (BDM)$1641One-way2 transfers
- C02004+C92884+EM7972009:30 AM6h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:35 PMBedford station (BDM)$1481One-way2 transfers
- C01940+C92898+EM79680010:30 AM6h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:35 PMBedford station (BDM)$1641One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 285 miles (460 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $162 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Bedford:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Bedford costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $82 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Bedford costing on average $132 (€108).
Other travel options to Bedford take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 6m.
Bus takes on average 8h 58m.
The journey is about 1h 23m faster (5h 6m by train vs 6h 29m by car) and roughly $30 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($132 (€108) vs $162 (€133)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bedford trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02004+C92884+EM797200 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h05 | 3:35 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 transfers | |
| C01940+C92898+EM796800 | 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h05 | 4:35 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bedford
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Trains from Edinburgh to Bedford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 285 miles (460 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 285 miles (460 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 2:15 AM |
Last train 7:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Bedford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bedford from $25 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
Avanti West Coast
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Bedford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Bedford
Most Edinburgh to Bedford trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Bedford station pair, with some services arriving at Bedford St Johns. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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.
Which Bedford station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: 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.
Getting to Bedford St Johns from Bedford city centre
Bedford St Johns train station facilities and services
Bedford St Johns has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford St Johns.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford St Johns: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford St Johns: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford St Johns: 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.
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