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Bedford to Leicester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bedford to Leicester, starting from €47.81 and averaging €47.81. The entire journey takes no more than 38m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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22:56
50m, Changes required
Bedford
23:46
Leicester
East Midlands Railway
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23:46
1h 41m, Changes required
Bedford
01:27
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Paris
East Midlands Railway
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Bedford to Leicester Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:26
Last train
Last train
23:46
Departure station
Departure station
Bedford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Leicester
Journey time
Journey time
38m
Distance
Distance
71 km
Price
Price
€47.81*
Train operators
Train operators
East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bedford to Leicester

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Leicester can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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%

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 Leicester, 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%

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 Leicester 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

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 Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bedford to Leicester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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