Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Bedford to London St Pancras International

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

East Midlands Railway
Thameslink

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Looking for the cheapest date to travel?

Within 7 days

Outbound from

Within 1 month

Outbound from

Within 3 months

Outbound from
Low prices found by our customers
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
2930311Today3 Jan45678910111213141516171819202122232425
Each fare is the lowest adult economy ticket fare found by our customers on Trainline. Fares booked further in advance than the dates displayed may be cheaper. Prices are updated daily, subject to change and indicative of price last update. Limited availability. Discount cards and coach journeys excluded, prices exclusive of booking fee.
  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Bedford to London St Pancras International

Trains to London St Pancras International from Bedford

It takes an average of 59m to travel from Bedford to London St Pancras International by train, over a distance of around 44 miles (71 km). There are normally 267 trains per day travelling from Bedford to London St Pancras International and tickets for this journey start from £6.90 when you book in advance.

First train

02:42

Last train

02:16

Departure stationBedford
Arrival stationLondon St Pancras International
Journey time

From 38m

Distance

44 miles (71 km)

Frequency

267 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Price

From £6.90

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Taking the train from Bedford to London St Pancras International in 38m

Want to find out more about taking the train from Bedford to London St Pancras International? Look no further.

The average journey time from Bedford to London St Pancras International by train is 1h , with around 175 trains travelling 44 miles (71 km) between these two destinations daily. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. You can get to London St Pancras International in just 38m on the fastest East Midlands Railway and Thameslink trains. Just sit back, relax and enjoy free WiFi on board.

To snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time – tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more, get a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.

If you want to know more about the journey from Bedford to London St Pancras International by train, keep reading for timetable, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Bedford to London St Pancras International?

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

How do you travel to London St Pancras International from Bedford?

To get to London St Pancras International from Bedford, why not take the train? With 267 trains per day and an average journey time of 59 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Bedford to London St Pancras International by train?

On average, it takes around 59 minutes to travel from Bedford to London St Pancras International by train, although you can get there in 38 minutes on the fastest services. With 267 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How much is the train ticket from Bedford to London St Pancras International?

The price of a train ticket from Bedford to London St Pancras International can start from as little as £6.90, depending on the time of day, route and class you book. Train tickets may also be cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day.

How fast can trains travel from Bedford to London St Pancras International?

The fastest time a train can travel the 44 miles (71 km) from Bedford to London St Pancras International is 38 minutes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Bedford to London St Pancras International?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Bedford to London St Pancras International start at £6.90§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

5. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

6. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Bedford to London St Pancras International is right for you.

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

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link