Is there a direct train from Bedford to Plymouth?

The journey between Bedford and Plymouth usually involves 9 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bedford to Plymouth every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bedford to Plymouth?

The Bedford to Plymouth train travel takes about 4 hours and 36 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bedford to Plymouth train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Plymouth leaving Bedford at around 04:43 and the last train leaving at around 21:52.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bedford at around 04:13, with the final departure at 23:40.

Bedford to Plymouth by train

First train

04:13
Last train

23:40

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

4hr 36m

Distance

322 kilometres
Trains per day

50

Avg. journey time

5hr 51m
Train operators

Taking the train from Bedford to Plymouth

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Train travel between Bedford and Plymouth: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Bedford to Plymouth:

Cheapest tickets: AU$137.97
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 3 and a half months in advance.

Bedford to Plymouth train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Bedford to Plymouth is at 04:43 and the last is at 21:52. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 04:13 and the last one is at 23:40. You can expect 50 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 8 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Bedford to Plymouth?

On this route spanning 322 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 4 hours and 36 minutes.

How far in advance Bedford and Plymouth tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Bedford and Plymouth are available 3 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Bedford to Plymouth

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Bedford to Plymouth by train?

The trip from Bedford to Plymouth covers a distance of 322 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Bedford to Plymouth cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is AU$137.97. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Bedford to Plymouth train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 3 and a half months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Bedford to Plymouth by train?

The fastest journey is 4 hours and 36 minutes.

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