The average train between Colne and Bedford takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Colne 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 every 2 hours between Colne and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colne is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Bedford at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Colne 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 Colne to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Colne station and arriving at Bedford station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Colne to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Colne station.
Colne to Bedford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.
Book your Colne to Bedford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Colne and Bedford is 222.8 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Colne to Bedford St Johns via Preston, Crewe, Milton Keynes Central, and Bletchley in around 5h 38m.