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Outbound fromBedford to Knaresborough by train
It takes an average of 7h 35m to travel from Bedford to Knaresborough by train, over a distance of around 136 miles (219 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Bedford to Knaresborough and tickets for this journey start from £45.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:39 | |
| Departure station | Bedford | |
| Arrival station | Knaresborough | |
| Journey time | From 3h 34m | |
| Distance | 136 miles (219 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £45.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from Bedford to Knaresborough
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The train from Bedford to Knaresborough usually takes 7 hours 35 minutes on average to travel 136 miles (219 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 34 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Knaresborough, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Bedford to Knaresborough if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £45.70. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Knaresborough
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bedford to Knaresborough is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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