The average train between Carnforth and Bedford takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 4h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Carnforth to Bedford. 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 Carnforth and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 9:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Bedford at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Carnforth to Bedford? 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 Carnforth to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Carnforth station and arriving at Bedford station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Carnforth to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carnforth station.
Carnforth to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bedford St Johns station.
Book your Carnforth to Bedford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carnforth and Bedford is 269.7 km. The road distance is 329 km.
You can take a train from Carnforth to Bedford St Johns via Preston, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 4h 43m.