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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Cambridge to Bedford. The train trip from Cambridge to Bedford is usually about 2 hours and 21 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 25 mi (41 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 21m |
| Lowest price | £32.55 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Cambridge to Bedford?
Thameslink + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Cambridge to Bedford. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thameslink + Connections | 2 | 2h 21m | £32.55 |
Thameslink + Connections train tickets from Cambridge to Bedford start from £33, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Thameslink + Connections schedules to Bedford. Thameslink + Connections in Cambridge leaves from Station Road . And in Bedford trains arrive at Ashburnham Road .
From Cambridge to Bedford train travel on Thameslink + Connections takes 2 hours and 21 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Thameslink + Connections offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Bedford.
Frequently Asked Questions
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Cambridge to Bedford. 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 Cambridge 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.
Trains leave the station in Cambridge twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bedford to Cambridge.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main departure station: Station Road
There is one train station in Cambridge.
All train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
Where is the train station in Bedford?
Main arrival station: Ashburnham Road
Bedford has one train station.
Train stations in Bedford:
Ashburnham Road
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