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The train from London to Bedford usually takes 1 hour 12 minutes on average to travel 46 miles (74 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 33 minutes. You can expect to find 445 trains per day running on this popular route. Good news! There are direct trains available to Bedford, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train and just enjoy the journey. Hop on a train operated by either East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to reach your destination in no time. These train companies are the main operators of services on this route and run modern comfortable trains to make your journey as relaxing as possible.
You can save money on train tickets from London to Bedford if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £5.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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