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How to travel from Bedford to Sleaford by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Bedford to Sleaford? Look no further.
You'll usually find 19 trains per day running between Bedford and Sleaford, which usually take 3 hours 55 minutes to complete the 59 miles (96 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Sleaford by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. East Midlands Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Sleaford.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Bedford to Sleaford if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Sleaford? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Bedford to Sleaford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Bedford to Sleaford take?
The average journey time by train between Bedford and Sleaford is 3 hours and 55 minutes, with around 19 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Bedford and Sleaford by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Bedford to Sleaford is 2 hours and 33 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Bedford to Sleaford?
No, there are no direct train services from Bedford to Sleaford. Travelling from Bedford to Sleaford by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Bedford to Sleaford leave?
The first train from Bedford to Sleaford leaves at 07:06. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Bedford to Sleaford leave?
The last train from Bedford to Sleaford leaves at 23:59. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Bedford and Sleaford by train?
Trains travelling from Bedford to Sleaford cover a distance of around 59 miles (96 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Sleaford to Bedford.
Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Sleaford
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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 Sleaford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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