The average train between Bedford and Carnforth takes 6h 20m and the fastest train takes 5h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Bedford to Carnforth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bedford and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 1:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 11:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 6h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford to Carnforth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Carnforth station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.
Bedford to Carnforth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Bedford to Carnforth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Carnforth station.
Book your Bedford to Carnforth train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bedford and Carnforth is 269.7 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Carnforth via Kettering, Nottingham, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 23m.