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The Higgins Bedford
Bedford’s main museum explores local history, archaeology, and the Panacea story, making it the essential first stop for understanding the town.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
zł234
Average ticket price on Sep 20
zł285
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Bedford will cost around zł285 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł234.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Bedford without transferring at least 2 times.
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C33081Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł62, while a train costs an average of zł311.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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zł311 Average price | zł62 Average price Cheapest | zł77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Bedford:
A bus is zł249 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Bedford costing on average zł311.
Other travel options to Bedford take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 34m.
Tickets start at around zł311 compared to roughly zł77 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-234.12. The journey takes 2h 11m versus 1h 33m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bedford trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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C02613+ W35359+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | Delayed 9:01 AM 8:32 AMOxford station (OXF) | 2h37 | 11:09 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 transfers | |
C42241+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ C41878 | On time 8:57 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h26 | 11:23 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 transfers | |
G00999+ W35172+ C02596+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | On time 9:16 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h53 | 12:09 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 3 transfers | |
Y15273+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ C41885 | On time 9:48 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h35 | 12:23 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 transfers | |
C02616+ W34868+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | Delayed 10:46 AM 10:00 AMOxford station (OXF) | 2h54 | 12:54 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 transfers | |
W35363+ C02575+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | On time 10:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h37 | 1:09 PM Bedford station (BDM) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Oxford to Bedford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł230 but you can travel from only zł61 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price zł230 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:07 PM |
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Discover the best of Bedford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bedford trip today.
Bedford’s main museum explores local history, archaeology, and the Panacea story, making it the essential first stop for understanding the town.
Museum inside John Bunyan’s former church site, focused on The Pilgrim’s Progress, Bunyan’s life, and Bedford’s nonconformist heritage.
Small museum telling the story of the Panacea Society, a unique Bedford religious community, through preserved rooms and archives.
Bedford’s signature riverside promenade, ideal for walking, boating views, and seeing why the town is closely tied to the Great Ouse.
Historic central street lined with shops and civic landmarks, useful for exploring Bedford’s commercial heart on foot.
Characterful historic quarter with independent businesses, old buildings, and easy access to museums, churches, and the river.
A Bedfordshire classic with suet pastry and layers of bacon, onion, and potato. It is a long-standing county comfort food still linked to local home cooking.
A local suet pastry pudding filled with chopped apples, sugar, and spice. It is a traditional Bedfordshire dessert once made to use orchard fruit.
A rich yeasted fruit loaf with dried fruit and spice, associated with Bedfordshire baking traditions. Often served sliced with butter at tea time.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant with generous grilled dishes, meze, and a smart casual atmosphere.
Well-regarded independent restaurant serving modern British and European dishes in a polished but relaxed town-centre setting.
Established riverside venue known for grilled meats, classic British dishes, and a lively pub atmosphere with broad appeal.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; otherwise 10% is common. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Bedford Railway Station -> Bedford Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.

Most Oxford to Bedford trains use the Oxford to Bedford station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
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.
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