Marston Vale Line

We're proud of our commitment to Community Rail Partnerships.

A partial service is currently in operation on the Marston Vale Line. The full timetable, including a Saturday service, is expected to resume in early 2024. Latest updates are available here.

Here at West Midlands Trains we are fond of community rail partnerships and groups across Britain. Our aim is to engage communities and help people get the most from their railways.

The Marston Vale Line is the main public transport link running through Marston Vale. A trip along the 16-mile Vale Line really tells the story of the vale itself. The line starts in the historic County Town of Bedford. Here, you can explore the ancient market and all of the hidden treasures of the historic streets.

Trains operate between Bedford and Bletchley at roughly hourly intervals, Monday to Saturday. The journey along the whole length of the line takes 44 minutes. There are no trains on Sundays.

The railway was designed to encouraging local people to use and become involved in their local railway.

Our aims for the community are:

• To improve conditions for existing users of the rail service
• To encourage new people to use the line
• To increase the number of people using the line for work and leisure
• Ensuring the line has a long and financially stable future

Get Involved

Whether you want a family day out, go for a walk or a cycle ride, are interested in history, or fancy a spot of sporting action or even visiting nearby Wodburn Safari, Forest of Marston Vale and Houghton House is all accessible on our line.

Trains operate between Bedford and Bletchley at roughly hourly intervals, Monday to Saturday. The journey along the whole length of the line takes 44 minutes. There are no trains on Sundays.

Get involved and be part of our community for more information get in contact with a member of the Community Rail Partnership [email protected] . Or go to the Marston Vale Community website .

First And Last Trains