The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Bedford
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Bedford will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 2 trains that leave Norwich for Bedford on Thu, Dec 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.




Live departures
Norwich to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Bedford trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:30 PM Norwich | 3h22 | 6:52 PM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
![]() | 4:30 AM Norwich | 3h26 | 7:56 AM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Norwich | 3h25 | 11:25 AM Bedford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Bedford
Trains from Norwich to Bedford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 01:55 |
Last train 22:02 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich to Bedford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Bedford from $45 (€37). 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 Norwich to Bedford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Bedford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
- 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
- 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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