The average train between Bedford and Carnforth takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Bedford and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 10:18 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want 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 London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Bedford to Carnforth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Carnforth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Bedford to Carnforth train tickets online with Thameslink, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bedford and Carnforth is 269.7 km. The road distance is 459 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Carnforth via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Lancaster in around 4h 22m.