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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Cheapest

$139

Average

$182

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

Cheapest

C50056

05:48AM5h34

Glasgow Central (GLC)

11:22AMBedford St Johns (BSJ)

$1391One-way

3 transfers

C49490

04:28AM5h54

Glasgow Central (GLC)

10:22AMBedford St Johns (BSJ)

$1691One-way

4 transfers

C49423

05:33AM6h19

Glasgow Central (GLC)

11:52AMBedford station (BDM)

$2011One-way

2 transfers

C50056

05:48AM7h07

Glasgow Central (GLC)

12:55PMBedford station (BDM)

$2011One-way

2 transfers

C49490

04:28AM6h24

Glasgow Central (GLC)

10:52AMBedford station (BDM)

$2011One-way

2 transfers

Glasgow to Bedford train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 17

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Avanti West Coast C49490 Avanti West CoastC49490	04:28AM Glasgow Central (GLC)	5h54	10:22AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ)	4 transfers
Avanti West Coast C49490 Avanti West CoastC49490	04:28AM Glasgow Central (GLC)	6h24	10:52AM Bedford station (BDM)	2 transfers
Avanti West Coast C49423 Avanti West CoastC49423	05:33AM Glasgow Central (GLC)	6h19	11:52AM Bedford station (BDM)	2 transfers
Avanti West Coast C50056 Avanti West CoastC50056	05:48AM Glasgow Central (GLC)	5h34	11:22AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ)	3 transfers
Avanti West Coast C50056 Avanti West CoastC50056	05:48AM Glasgow Central (GLC)	7h07	12:55PM Bedford station (BDM)	2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Glasgow to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Fastest Journey

5 h 34 m

Average

6 h 16 m

Trains per day

Distance

483 km

It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Bedford without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest

C50056

05:48AM5h34

Glasgow Central (GLC)

11:22AMBedford St Johns (BSJ)

$1391One-way

3 transfers

C49490

04:28AM5h54

Glasgow Central (GLC)

10:22AMBedford St Johns (BSJ)

$1691One-way

4 transfers

C49423

05:33AM6h19

Glasgow Central (GLC)

11:52AMBedford station (BDM)

$2011One-way

2 transfers

C49490

04:28AM6h24

Glasgow Central (GLC)

10:52AMBedford station (BDM)

$2011One-way

2 transfers

C50056

05:48AM7h07

Glasgow Central (GLC)

12:55PMBedford station (BDM)

$2011One-way

2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Bedford

Trains from Glasgow to Bedford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€72) but you can travel from only $36 (€33) by bus.

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 $36 (€33)

Distance

300 miles (483 km)

Average train duration

6h 11m

Cheapest ticket price

$79 (€72)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 22m

First train

02:15

Last train

23:40

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $36 (€33)

Train companies: Virgin Trains and Caledonian Sleeper from Glasgow to Bedford trains

Travel from Glasgow to Bedford from $79 (€72) with Omio’s train partners Virgin Trains and Caledonian Sleeper! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Glasgow to Bedford train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 6 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: $79
Virgin Trains frequency: 16 a day

The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee. Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.

FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Bedford

FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow to Bedford 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 Glasgow to Bedford.

Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Bedford can start from as little as $79 (€72) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Glasgow to Bedford is $139 (€127); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Bedford from Glasgow is on average 5 h 22 min for the 299 mile (483 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Glasgow to Bedford by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Glasgow to Bedford leaves at 2: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Glasgow to Bedford leaves at 11: 40 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Glasgow to Bedford which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Glasgow to Bedford, you can count on Avanti West Coast for the best way to get you to Bedford. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Glasgow to Bedford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 40 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Glasgow to Bedford by train is April.

You have options as you can travel to Bedford from Glasgow 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.