Chester to Bedford by train

  • First train
    04:22
  • Last train
    23:22
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    2hr 39m
  • Distance
    200 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    20
  • Avg. journey time
    3hr 53m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

At Rail Europe we believe in price transparency. We use real data from Rail Europe searches to estimate the cheapest fares you should be able to find for your journey.

The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

We're always seeking to improve how price-checking works, and we welcome feedback on how we can make it better.

Going from Chester to Bedford by train

About to set off from Chester to Bedford by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train travel from Chester to Bedford

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Chester to Bedford:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$118.95

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Chester to Bedford departure timetable

On this route, 20 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Chester at 04:22 and the last leaving at 21:35 during the week.

For weekend travel to Bedford, the earliest departure is at 04:22 and the last one is at 23:22. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 40 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Chester to Bedford

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 39 minutes, spanning 200 kilometres in total.

Booking time frame: Chester to Bedford trains

Tickets for travel to Bedford along this route are available for purchase 3 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making your Chester to Bedford travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Bedford.

FAQs about the train journey from Chester to Bedford

Want to know more about your journey from Chester to Bedford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What is the distance by train from Chester to Bedford?

The total distance between Chester and Bedford is 200 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Chester to Bedford?

The cheapest fare on this route is CA$118.95. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

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

Tickets for this route go on sale 3 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Bedford?

The quickest journey is 2 hours and 39 minutes.

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Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.