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East Midlands Railway

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Alexandra Palace to Bedford by train

First train

04:43

Last train

21:58

Departure station

Alexandra Palace

Arrival station

Bedford

Journey time

From 1h 18m

Distance

40 miles (65 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Northern, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Take the train from Alexandra Palace to Bedford in 1 hour 18 minutes

If you want to travel from Alexandra Palace to Bedford by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Alexandra Palace to Bedford by train to take around 1 hour 32 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 2 trains per day running on this route, which spans 40 miles (65 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Bedford. You can travel on this route with either East Midlands Railway or Thameslink trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Alexandra Palace to Bedford are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Alexandra Palace to Bedford

Want to know more about your journey from Alexandra Palace to Bedford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Bedford from Alexandra Palace?

To travel to Bedford from Alexandra Palace, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 32 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 18 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Alexandra Palace to Bedford?

Trains from Alexandra Palace to Bedford take an average of 1 hour and 32 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 18 minutes. You'll usually find 2 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Alexandra Palace and Bedford by train?

The quickest journey time between Alexandra Palace and Bedford by train is 1 hour and 18 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Alexandra Palace to Bedford?

No, there are no direct trains running from Alexandra Palace to Bedford, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Alexandra Palace to Bedford

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Alexandra Palace to Bedford is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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