East Midlands Railway
Thameslink
Trains to Bedford from Southend East
| First train | 03:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:35 | |
| Departure station | Southend East | |
| Arrival station | Bedford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 28m | |
| Distance | 66 miles (106 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators |
Travelling from Southend East to Bedford by train
If you're planning to travel from Southend East to Bedford, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Southend East to Bedford takes around 2 hours 50 minutes. There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Southend East to Bedford.
You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Bedford, as there are no direct trains.
Trains on this route are operated by East Midlands Railway, Thameslink and c2c.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southend East to Bedford?
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3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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 Southend East to Bedford 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.