Taking the train from Bedford to Redruth in 6 hours 8 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bedford to Redruth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 28 minutes to travel the 244 miles (393 km) from Bedford to Redruth by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 11 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry to Redruth. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bedford to Redruth in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Redruth by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Redruth
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 Redruth 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.
Split your tickets
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