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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Bedford and Cambridge. The average train journey from Bedford to Cambridge takes 2 hours and 32 minutes, but some East Midlands Trains + Connections train trips are as short as 2 hours and 23 minutes.
| Distance | 25 mi (41 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 23m |
| Lowest price | £32.40 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Bedford to Cambridge?
2 train services operate from Bedford to Cambridge. Thameslink usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 1 | 2h 23m | £32.40 |
| Thameslink | 2 | 2h 38m | £32.40 |
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Bedford to Cambridge start from £32, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Cambridge. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Bedford leaves from Ashburnham Road . And in Cambridge trains arrive at Station Road .
From Bedford to Cambridge train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 2 hours and 23 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Cambridge on a weekend there is typically one East Midlands Trains + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Bedford.
Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage between Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire, and London. Thameslink has separate first-class cars, and standard-class seating may be standing room only during peak hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Bedford to Cambridge. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Bedford at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Cambridge to Bedford.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bedford?
Main departure station: Ashburnham Road
There is one train station in Bedford.
All train stations in Bedford:
Ashburnham Road
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main arrival station: Station Road
Cambridge has one train station.
Train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
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