The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Hatfield
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Hatfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Hatfield will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bedford for Hatfield 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 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
9:101h51Bedford11:01Hatfield£321One-way0 changes
9:101h51Bedford11:01Hatfield£321One-way0 changes
Live departures
Bedford to Hatfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Hatfield trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:10 Bedford | 1h51 | 11:01 Hatfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Hatfield
Trains from Bedford to Hatfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 6 days |
FAQs: Bedford to Hatfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Hatfield 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 Hatfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Hatfield
Most Bedford to Hatfield trains use the Bedford to Hatfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Hatfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to Hatfield 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 Hatfield station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Hatfield from Hatfield city centre
Hatfield train station facilities and services
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: 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. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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.
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