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00:471h14
London St Pancras International (STP)
02:01Bedford station (BDM)
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London St Pancras International (STP)
01:10Bedford station (BDM)
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How to Get to Bedford by Train

East Midland Mainline Trains to Bedford depart from St. Pancras International every 15 to 20 minutes. Trains reach Bedford in approximately 40 minutes. This is a long distance train which generally only makes a single stop at Luton. Bedford is also serviced by London Midland trains service. An alternative rail option is to take the First Capital Connect train service. Trains depart from Kings Cross Thameslink, Farringdon or Blackfriars. This stops at quite a few stations en route as it is a longer commuter train journey. It takes approximately an hour to reach Bedford.

About Bedford

Kid's World is a great attraction for families travelling in this area. Offering a play park for children, parents can sit back and relax with while they enjoy. Additionally, Summerfields Miniature Railway offers a great family trip and is perfect for younger kids. For evening entertainment, a range of shows for all ages are on offer at the local Bedford Theatre. The Harrold-Odel Country Park in Bedford is possibly the area's most popular attraction, coverign 144 acres of picturesque countryside. For adrenaline junkies, Palmersport offers thrilling activities with day-long driving experiences tutored by experienced guides.

Popular trains to and from Bedford

Popular trains to Bedford

London to Bedford train

from £5
Direct trains available
0h33 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
  • East Midlands Railway
  • West Midlands Railway
  • Thameslink

Birmingham to Bedford train

from £8
Direct trains available
2h00 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
  • Avanti West Coast
  • West Midlands Railway
  • Chiltern Railways
  • Cross Country

Manchester to Bedford train

from £26
Direct trains available
2h40 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • Avanti West Coast
  • East Midlands Railway
  • West Midlands Railway

Bristol to Bedford train

from £27
Direct trains available
3h06 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
  • Great Western Railway

Glasgow to Bedford train

from £64
Direct trains available
5h22 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
  • Avanti West Coast
  • Caledonian Sleeper

Popular trains from Bedford

Bedford to London train

from £5
Direct trains available
0h40 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
  • West Midlands Railway
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Thameslink

Bedford to Nottingham train

from £13
Direct trains available
1h10 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • East Midlands Railway

Bedford to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) train

from £18
Direct trains available
1h46 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Thameslink

Bedford to Great Yarmouth train

from £27
Direct trains available
3h55 average duration
5trains per day
Served by
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Greater Anglia
  • Great Northern
  • Thameslink

Bedford to Peterborough train

from £32
Direct trains available
1h56 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • Cross Country
  • London North Eastern Railway
  • Thameslink

How to Get to Bedford by Train

East Midland Mainline Trains to Bedford depart from St. Pancras International every 15 to 20 minutes. Trains reach Bedford in approximately 40 minutes. This is a long distance train which generally only makes a single stop at Luton. Bedford is also serviced by London Midland trains service. An alternative rail option is to take the First Capital Connect train service. Trains depart from Kings Cross Thameslink, Farringdon or Blackfriars. This stops at quite a few stations en route as it is a longer commuter train journey. It takes approximately an hour to reach Bedford.

Bedford

Kid's World is a great attraction for families travelling in this area. Offering a play park for children, parents can sit back and relax with while they enjoy. Additionally, Summerfields Miniature Railway offers a great family trip and is perfect for younger kids. For evening entertainment, a range of shows for all ages are on offer at the local Bedford Theatre. The Harrold-Odel Country Park in Bedford is possibly the area's most popular attraction, coverign 144 acres of picturesque countryside. For adrenaline junkies, Palmersport offers thrilling activities with day-long driving experiences tutored by experienced guides.

Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains and CrossCountry trains to Bedford

You can travel by train to Bedford with Thameslink, East Midlands Trains and CrossCountry. When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Train stations in Bedford

Bedford
The major train station for arrivals in Bedford is Bedford Midland or Bedford St Johns. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford Midland or Bedford St Johns for your journey to Bedford.
Bedford Midland or Bedford St JohnsAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Il Basilico
  • Doorstep Diner
  • Mamma Concetta
  • McDonald's
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Swan
  • Bethany House
  • Premier Inn Bedford Riverside
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
Dining
Dining
  • Desi Grill
  • Il Basilico
  • Pizzeria Santaniello
  • Doorstep Diner
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Swan
  • The Embankment
  • Premier Inn Bedford Riverside
Public transport options for Bedford St Johns
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the Medbourne Road car park, by the path leading to the platform. Please check the direction of travel before boarding.

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