The average train between Bedford and Knighton takes 6h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Bedford to Knighton. 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 4 times a day between Bedford and Knighton. The earliest departure is at 7:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Knighton at 9:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Knighton? 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 Knighton. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Knighton station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.
Bedford to Knighton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Bedford to Knighton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Knighton station.
Book your Bedford to Knighton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bedford and Knighton is 177.4 km. The road distance is 262 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Knighton via Kettering, Leicester, Birmingham New Street, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 27m.