Is there a direct train from Southampton to Bedford?

The journey between Southampton and Bedford usually involves 9 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Southampton to Bedford 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 Southampton to Bedford?

The Southampton to Bedford train travel takes about 2 hours and 43 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Southampton to Bedford train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bedford leaving Southampton at around 04:52 and the last train leaving at around 23:08.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Southampton at around 00:08, with the final departure at 23:00.

Southampton to Bedford by train

First train

00:08
Last train

23:08

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 43m

Distance

145 kilometres
Trains per day

40

Avg. journey time

3hr 20m
Train operators

From Southampton to Bedford by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Southampton to Bedford by train. With 40 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train travel between Southampton and Bedford: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Southampton to Bedford:

Cheapest tickets: €84.40
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 and a half months in advance.

Train times for travel between Southampton and Bedford

If you are taking the train from Southampton to Bedford, you will have 40 trains each day (with a departure every 24 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 04:52. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:08. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:08, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:00.

Train travel time and distance from Southampton to Bedford

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 43 minutes. The total distance travelled is 145 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Southampton and Bedford?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn even more about travelling from Southampton to Bedford by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Bedford.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Southampton to Bedford?

The total distance from Southampton to Bedford is 145 kilometres.

What is the Southampton to Bedford train price?

The lowest price available on this route is €84.40. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

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

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

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

The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 43 minutes.

Bedford to Southampton by train

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