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Ilkley to Bedford Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ilkley to Bedford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 584,26 kr, with average prices for this route around 1 208,76 kr. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:04 4 timme 21 minut, Changes required Ilkley	22:25 Bedford	Find Tickets
18:11 4 timme 2 minut, Changes required Ilkley	22:13 Bedford	Find Tickets
18:11 4 timme 45 minut, Changes required Ilkley	22:56 Bedford	Find Tickets
18:40 5 timme, Changes required Ilkley	23:40 Bedford	Find Tickets
18:51 4 timme 49 minut, Changes required Ilkley	23:40 Bedford	Find Tickets
19:11 3 timme 52 minut, Changes required Ilkley	23:03 Paris	Find Tickets

Ilkley to Bedford Train Route Details

First train

06:02

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Ilkley

Arrival station

Bedford

Journey time

3 timme 52 minut

Distance

219 km

Price

584,26 kr*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Ilkley to Bedford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ilkley to Bedford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ilkley to Bedford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 traveling from Ilkley to Bedford, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ilkley to Bedford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Ilkley to Bedford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ilkley to Bedford 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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