4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Brentwood
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Brentwood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Brentwood will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
To travel from Bedford to Brentwood you need to make at least 2 changes.
11:291h41Bedford13:10Brentwood£381One-way3 changes- 9:381h48Bedford11:26Brentwood£391One-way2 changes
- 10:111h45Bedford11:56Brentwood£391One-way2 changes
- 10:431h43Bedford12:26Brentwood£391One-way2 changes
- 11:111h45Bedford12:56Brentwood£391One-way2 changes
- 11:291h41Bedford13:10Brentwood£381One-way3 changes
- 10:431h43Bedford12:26Brentwood£391One-way2 changes
- 12:571h44Bedford14:41Brentwood£391One-way2 changes
- 10:111h45Bedford11:56Brentwood£391One-way2 changes
- 11:111h45Bedford12:56Brentwood£391One-way2 changes
Live departures
Bedford to Brentwood train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Brentwood trains for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 23:36 Bedford | 9h05 | 8:41 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| Sunday 9 August | |||||
| 6:56 Bedford | 2h15 | 9:11 Brentwood | 3 changes | |
| 8:15 Bedford | 1h56 | 10:11 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 8:46 Bedford | 1h55 | 10:41 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 9:16 Bedford | 1h55 | 11:11 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 9:38 Bedford | 1h48 | 11:26 Brentwood | 2 changes | |
| 9:46 Bedford | 1h55 | 11:41 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 10:11 Bedford | 1h45 | 11:56 Brentwood | 2 changes | |
| 10:16 Bedford | 1h55 | 12:11 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 10:43 Bedford | 1h43 | 12:26 Brentwood | 2 changes | |
| 10:46 Bedford | 1h55 | 12:41 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 11:11 Bedford | 1h45 | 12:56 Brentwood | 2 changes | |
| 11:16 Bedford | 1h55 | 13:11 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 11:29 Bedford | 1h41 | 13:10 Brentwood | 3 changes | |
| 11:29 Bedford | 1h57 | 13:26 Brentwood | 2 changes | |
| 11:32 Bedford | 2h08 | 13:40 Brentwood | 3 changes | |
| 11:46 Bedford | 1h55 | 13:41 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 12:10 Bedford | 1h46 | 13:56 Brentwood | 2 changes | |
| 12:16 Bedford | 1h55 | 14:11 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 12:32 Bedford | 2h08 | 14:40 Brentwood | 3 changes | |
| 12:46 Bedford | 1h55 | 14:41 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 12:57 Bedford | 1h44 | 14:41 Brentwood | 2 changes | |
| 13:02 Bedford | 2h08 | 15:10 Brentwood | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Brentwood
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bedford to Brentwood run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 22:46 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 6 days |
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FAQs: Bedford to Brentwood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Brentwood by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brentwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Brentwood
Most Bedford to Brentwood trains use the Bedford to Shenfield station pair, with some services arriving at Brentwood. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Brentwood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to Brentwood leave from?
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: 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.
Which Brentwood station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Shenfield from Brentwood city centre
Shenfield is 1 km from Brentwood city centre. Public transport options include:
Shenfield train station facilities and services
Shenfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shenfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Shenfield. ATMs are available at Shenfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shenfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shenfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shenfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shenfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Brentwood from Brentwood city centre
Brentwood train station facilities and services
Brentwood has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brentwood.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brentwood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brentwood. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brentwood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brentwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brentwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B3. This station has step-free access to some platforms. It is step-free from the booking hall via lifts to Platforms 1, 2 and 3. Access to Platform 4 through Alexandra Road car park entrance via a high gradient road. Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall on Warley Hill and inside the station entrance on platform 4 The Parade, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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