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Trip Overview

The average train between Bedford and Formby takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Formby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 18m
Duration
174 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bedford to Formby train times

Trains run hourly between Bedford and Formby. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Formby at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Bletchley and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail9h 40m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 32m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 32m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 34m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail4h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 32m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 32m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 34m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail4h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail4h 27m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 55m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 55m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 55m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 32m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 32m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 34m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail4h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 32m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 32m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail3h 34m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail4h 18m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Formby? 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.

Map of how to get from Bedford to Formby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 173.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Formby, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Milton Keynes Central to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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