4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Harlow
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Harlow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Harlow will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bedford for Harlow every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Bedford to Harlow train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Harlow trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:43 Bedford | 2h10 | 05:53 Harlow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Harlow
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Trains from Bedford to Harlow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Bedford to Harlow trainsThameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Bedford and Harlow from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bedford to Harlow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Harlow 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 Harlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Harlow
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Shopping
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Taxis
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Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
- 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
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- 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.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: cycle spaces on station frontage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on A1184 Cambridge Road
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible (radar key) toilet on concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room can be found on the bridge.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within building and forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station forecourt
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