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Bedford to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bedford to Manchester, starting from $18.71 and averaging $30.74. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 43m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, May 2
From $21.43
Sat, May 3
From $19.30
Sun, May 4
From $28.22
Mon, May 5
From $28.22
Tue, May 6
From $20.37
Wed, May 7
From $28.22
Thu, May 8
From $18.71

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
03:43 Bedford	09:05 Manchester Piccadilly	5h 22m, Changes required		Find Tickets
04:13 Bedford	08:25 Manchester Piccadilly	4h 12m, Changes required		Find Tickets
04:13 Bedford	09:32 Manchester Piccadilly	5h 19m, Changes required		Find Tickets
04:43 Bedford	08:45 Manchester Piccadilly	4h 2m, Changes required		Find Tickets
06:13 Bedford St Johns	09:05 Manchester Piccadilly	2h 52m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:26 Bedford	09:19 Paris	2h 53m, Changes required		Find Tickets View More Trains

Bedford to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

03:43

Last train

23:46

Departure station

Bedford

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2h 43m

Distance

119 miles

Price

$18.71*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Bedford to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bedford to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bedford to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bedford to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Bedford to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bedford to Manchester Train Ticket Types

Save money on your trip from Bedford to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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Bedford to Manchester Train prices and times

Bedford to Manchester Train Route Details

How to book cheap train tickets from Bedford to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Travel in a group to save 1/3

Bedford to Manchester Train Ticket Types

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets

Return train tickets

Advance train tickets

Season train tickets

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Split Tickets

National Rail Partners

No Booking Fees on the App

Online Customer Support

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