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Outbound fromWest Hampstead Thameslink to Bedford by train
It takes an average of 1h 1m to travel from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedford by train, over a distance of around 42 miles (68 km). There are normally 61 trains per day travelling from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedford and tickets for this journey start from £18.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:56 | |
| Departure station | West Hampstead Thameslink | |
| Arrival station | Bedford | |
| Journey time | From 53m | |
| Distance | 42 miles (68 km) | |
| Frequency | 61 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £18.40 | |
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How to travel from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedford by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedford? Look no further.
You'll usually find 61 trains per day running between West Hampstead Thameslink and Bedford, which usually take 1 hour 1 minute to complete the 42 miles (68 km) journey. It can take as little as 53 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. 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. Thameslink trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Bedford.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedford start from £18.40 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Bedford? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedford
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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 West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedford is right for you.
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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.
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