4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Bedford
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Bedford will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 2 trains that leave Liverpool for Bedford on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 221 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.
8:34 AM5h04Liverpool1:38 PMBedford$981One-way0 transfers- 8:10 AM4h46Liverpool12:56 PMBedford$1101One-way0 transfers
- 8:10 AM4h46Liverpool12:56 PMBedford$1101One-way0 transfers
- 8:34 AM5h04Liverpool1:38 PMBedford$981One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $38.
Distance: 137 miles (221 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Liverpool to Bedford:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Bedford costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Bedford take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 53m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $61 (€50) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€14). The journey takes 3h 24m versus 3h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Liverpool to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:10 AM Liverpool | 4h46 | 12:56 PM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:34 AM Liverpool | 5h04 | 1:38 PM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Bedford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Bedford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (221 km) distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 137 miles (221 km) |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 3:15 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway from Liverpool to Bedford trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Liverpool and Bedford from $17 (€14). 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 Liverpool to Bedford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Bedford
Most Liverpool to Bedford trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Bedford station pair, with some services arriving at Bedford St Johns. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
Getting to Seaforth & Litherland from Liverpool city centre
Seaforth & Litherland is 6 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Seaforth & Litherland train station facilities and services
Seaforth & Litherland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Seaforth & Litherland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seaforth & Litherland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Seaforth & Litherland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaforth & Litherland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”Ticket office and platforms are step free, however they are accessed by a ramp that is over 30m long, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bedford station do trains from Liverpool 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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