How to travel from Peterborough to Bedford

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Compare train for Peterborough to Bedford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $82 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $82, while a train costs an average of $82.

Distance: 31 miles (51 km)

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$82

Average price

Cheapest

$15

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 48m

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30m

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53m

Average total duration

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CrossCountry

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The cheapest way to travel from Peterborough to Bedford is a train with an average price of $82.
The fastest way to travel from Peterborough to Bedford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 18m.
Yes, you can take a train between Peterborough and Bedford.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Peterborough to Bedford among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $82 compared to roughly $15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-67.43. The journey takes 1h 48m versus 53m 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.

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from Peterborough to Bedford

How to get from Peterborough to Bedford by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Peterborough to Bedford is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Great Northern
    5:44 AM1h18
    Peterborough
    7:02 AMBedford
    $741One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Great Northern
    5:44 AM1h18
    Peterborough
    7:02 AMBedford
    $741One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Great Northern
    5:44 AM1h18
    Peterborough
    7:02 AMBedford
    $741One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • East Midlands Railway
    8:43 PM1h57
    Peterborough
    10:40 PMBedford
    $751One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Peterborough to Bedford

Travel 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 Peterborough to Bedford.

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You can travel between Peterborough and Bedford by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Peterborough to Bedford is a train with an average price of $82.
The fastest way to travel from Peterborough to Bedford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 18m.
The distance from Peterborough to Bedford is approximately 31 miles (51 km).
The average frequency per day from Peterborough to Bedford is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Peterborough and Bedford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Peterborough to Bedford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Peterborough station (PBO) and arrive in Bedford station (BDM).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Peterborough to Bedford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Great Northern to go to Bedford by train.
Omio customers who travel from Peterborough to Bedford often also extend their vacation to go to London, London St Pancras International (STP), Milton Keynes, Luton, Cambridge. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bedford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bedford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending 1-2 days in Bedford allows you to explore its key attractions, such as the Higgins Bedford Museum, Bedford Park, and the historic Embankment area.

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