It takes an average of 39m to travel from St Albans City to Bedford by train, over a distance of around 27 miles (44 km). There are normally 104 trains per day travelling from St Albans City to Bedford and tickets for this journey start from £10.10 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:18 | |
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Last train | 02:22 | |
Departure station | St Albans City | |
Arrival station | Bedford | |
Journey time | From 31m | |
Distance | 27 miles (44 km) | |
Frequency | 104 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £10.10 | |
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There are around 106 trains running between St Albans City and Bedford daily, which usually take 39m to complete the journey over 27 miles (44 km). Once you're on board, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes along the way. The fastest Thameslink train travelling on this route takes just 27m, so you’ll be there in no time. During your journey you can enjoy free WiFi – just look out for the blue WiFi logo – and plenty of space for your luggage.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time and get a Railcard. You can check ticket prices in our Journey Planner at the top of the page.
Keep reading for more information about your train journey, including FAQs and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Have a look at our timetable to check if trains are running from St Albans City to Bedford and start a search for tickets with us today.
The average journey time by train between St Albans City and Bedford is 39 minutes, with around 104 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.
The fastest journey time by train from St Albans City to Bedford is 31 minutes.
Train ticket prices from St Albans City to Bedford can start from as little as £10.10 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from St Albans City to Bedford without having to change trains. There are 104 direct trains from St Albans City to Bedford each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from St Albans City to Bedford leaves at 03:18. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from St Albans City to Bedford leaves at 02:22. 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.
Trains travelling from St Albans City to Bedford cover a distance of around 27 miles (44 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Bedford to St Albans City.
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