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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 $75 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $75, while a train costs an average of $75.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$75 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $75 compared to roughly $15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$60. The journey takes 1h 44m 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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How to get from Peterborough to Bedford by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Peterborough to Bedford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

2:19 PM 2h35 Peterborough 4:54 PM Bedford $51 1 One-way 0 transfers
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2:19 PM 2h35 Peterborough 4:54 PM Bedford $51 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

5:10 AM 1h59 Peterborough 7:09 AM Bedford $87 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options

11:27 PM 3h34 Peterborough 3:01 AM Bedford $73 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 6 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.
- Trains mostly depart from Peterborough station (PBO) and arrive in Bedford station (BDM).
- Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Great Northern, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway to go to Bedford by train.
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