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Trip Overview

The average train between Nottingham and Bedford takes 1h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Nottingham 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.

1h 13m
Duration
76 mi
Distance
£40
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Nottingham to Bedford train times

Trains run twice daily between Nottingham and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 8:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Bedford at 10:26 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 3m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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    train train 1h 17m • Direct
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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Nottingham 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.

Map of how to get from Nottingham to Bedford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 76.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 13m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Nottingham to Bedford twice daily. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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