The average train between Perth and Bedford takes 7h 22m and the fastest train takes 6h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Perth 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 hourly between Perth and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Bedford at 10:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Bedford station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.
Perth to Bedford train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Bedford train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Bedford station.
Book your Perth to Bedford train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Perth and Bedford is 511.3 km. The road distance is 797 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Bedford via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 53m.