Bedford to Blackpool by train

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Overview: trains from Bedford to Blackpool

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bedford to Blackpool, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:15 View journey
Last train 23:45 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 3hr 51m View journey
Distance (km) 252
Trains / day 47 View all
Cheapest journey US$121.00 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 42m
Train operators 18

Travelling by train from Bedford to Blackpool

Ready to travel from Bedford to Blackpool by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Bedford and Blackpool

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$121.00, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Departure frequency and timetable from Bedford to Blackpool

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Bedford to Blackpool:

  • 01:15 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:45 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:20 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:45 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 13 minutes from Bedford toward Blackpool.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 47 trains serving this route each day.

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

On this route spanning 252 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 51 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Bedford and Blackpool

Tickets for travel between Bedford and Blackpool can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Further insights on trains from Bedford to Blackpool

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Blackpool city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Bedford to Blackpool

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

The train journey between Bedford and Blackpool spans 252 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

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