Bedford to Coventry by train

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Overview: trains from Bedford to Coventry

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bedford to Coventry, 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 05:40 View journey
Last train 22:00 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 47m View journey
Distance (km) 76
Trains / day 39 View all
Cheapest journey US$35.00 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 13m
Train operators 10

Travelling by train from Bedford to Coventry

Ready to travel from Bedford to Coventry 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 cost from Bedford to Coventry

Ready to book tickets from Bedford to Coventry? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Bedford and Coventry typically run US$35.00.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 2 and a half months in advance.

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Bedford to Coventry departure timetable

On this route, 39 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Bedford at 06:10 and the last leaving at 22:00 during the week.

For weekend travel to Coventry, the earliest departure is at 05:40 and the last one is at 22:00. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 13 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Bedford to Coventry?

This journey covers a total of 76 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 47 minutes.

When are tickets between Bedford and Coventry available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Bedford and Coventry can be purchased 2 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

More information on train travel from Bedford to Coventry

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Coventry city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Bedford to Coventry

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

The distance between Bedford and Coventry is 76 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.