Bedford to Market Harborough by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Bedford to Market Harborough? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 48 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Bedford and Market Harborough

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$32.50, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Bedford to Market Harborough train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 01:20.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:03.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:12.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:53.

  • 33 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 26 minutes.

Bedford to Market Harborough distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 48 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 24 minutes.

Booking Bedford to Market Harborough trains in advance

Booking your Bedford to Market Harborough tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 and a half months before departure.

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More information on train travel from Bedford to Market Harborough

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 Market Harborough city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Bedford to Market Harborough by train?

The train route from Bedford to Market Harborough covers 48 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Bedford to Market Harborough by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is US$32.50. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Bedford to Market Harborough?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 and a half months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Bedford to Market Harborough?

The fastest journey by train is 24 minutes.