Milton Keynes to Bedford train with West Midlands Railway

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Cheap train tickets from Milton Keynes to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Cheapest

$17

Average

$48

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

Cheapest

C69080, C69925

04:32AM1h22

Milton Keynes Central (MKC)

05:54AMBedford St Johns (BSJ)

$171One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

C69086, C69933

05:50AM1h02

Milton Keynes Central (MKC)

06:52AMBedford St Johns (BSJ)

$171One-way

1 transfer

C50083, W26710

12:27AM3h32

Milton Keynes Central (MKC)

03:59AMBedford station (BDM)

$1111One-way

1 transfer

Milton Keynes to Bedford train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 24

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Avanti West CoastC50083	12:27AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	3h32	03:59AM Bedford station (BDM)	1 transfer
West Midlands RailwayC69080	04:32AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h22	05:54AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ)	1 transfer
West Midlands RailwayC69086	05:50AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h02	06:52AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ)	1 transfer
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Fastest train times from Milton Keynes to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Fastest Journey

1 h 2 m

Average

1 h 59 m

Trains per day

Distance

22 km

It's difficult to get from Milton Keynes to Bedford without transferring at least once.

Fastest

C69086, C69933

05:50AM1h02

Milton Keynes Central (MKC)

06:52AMBedford St Johns (BSJ)

$171One-way

1 transfer

C69080, C69925

04:32AM1h22

Milton Keynes Central (MKC)

05:54AMBedford St Johns (BSJ)

$171One-way

1 transfer

C50083, W26710

12:27AM3h32

Milton Keynes Central (MKC)

03:59AMBedford station (BDM)

$1111One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Bedford

Trains from Milton Keynes to Bedford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€5) if you book in advance.

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

Distance

13 miles (22 km)

Average train duration

1h 18m

Cheapest ticket price

$5 (€5)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

47m

First train

00:15

Last train

23:46

Price information

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Thameslink and East Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Bedford trains

West Midlands Trains, Thameslink and East Midlands Trains trains will get you from Milton Keynes to Bedford from $14 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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.

West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Bedford train information:

Average Duration: 47 min
Cheapest Price: $14

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Milton Keynes to Bedford train information with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 2 h 51 min
Cheapest Price: $98

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Train information from Milton Keynes to Bedford with East Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 1 h 57 min
Cheapest Price: $102

FAQs: Trains from Milton Keynes to Bedford

FAQs: Travel by train from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Bedford.

Cheap train tickets from Milton Keynes to Bedford can start from as little as $5 (€5) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Milton Keynes to Bedford is $25 (€22); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Milton Keynes to Bedford train time is 47 min covering the 14 mile (22 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Milton Keynes to Bedford leaves at 12: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Milton Keynes to Bedford leaves at 11: 49 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Milton Keynes to Bedford which require at least one change with West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Bedford. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Bedford.

For the route from Milton Keynes to Bedford you can take a train with West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Trains or Thameslink. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Bedford from Milton Keynes on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 49 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Milton Keynes Central, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bedford, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Bedford from Milton Keynes is worth doing with a journey time of 47 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Milton Keynes to Bedford is April.

You have options as you can travel from Milton Keynes to Bedford 2 different ways: bus or train.

Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Bedford

Milton Keynes

Bedford

The major train station for departures in Milton Keynes is Milton Keynes Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milton Keynes Central for your trip from Milton Keynes to Bedford.

Milton Keynes Central Shopping

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Ticket Office

Address

Milton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA

Phone Number

+44 3301235247

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri

Distance to city center

1 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

Infusion
Browns Bar & Brasserie
PizzaExpress
Gourmet Burger Kitchen

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
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 accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
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 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes