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Bedford to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bedford to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as € 7.83, with average prices for this route around € 46.65. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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12:50
Bedford St Johns
14:48
Birmingham New Street
1h 58m, No directWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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12:50
Bedford St Johns
15:44
Birmingham New Street
2h 54m, No directWest Midlands Trains
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12:56
Bedford
14:38
Birmingham New Street
1h 42m, No directEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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13:26
Bedford
15:38
Birmingham New Street
2h 12m, No directEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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13:50
Bedford St Johns
15:48
Birmingham New Street
1h 58m, No directWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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13:50
Bedford St Johns
16:44
Paris
2h 54m, No directWest Midlands Trains
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Bedford to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train
First train
01:01
Last train
Last train
22:56
Departure station
Departure station
Bedford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham New Street
Journey time
Journey time
1h 42m
Distance
Distance
104 km
Price
Price
€ 7.83*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Bedford to Birmingham New Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bedford to Birmingham New Street can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Bedford to Birmingham New Street, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Birmingham New Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Bedford to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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