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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard
Showing times and prices for 19 May
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
27 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
To travel from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard you need to make at least one change.
W88034 · W702758:111h00Bedford St Johns (BSJ)9:11Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£171One-way1 change- W88048 · W7030510:500h51Bedford St Johns (BSJ)11:41Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£171One-way1 change
- W88039 · Y808239:270h49Bedford St Johns (BSJ)10:16Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£171One-way1 change
- W88053 · W7031911:500h51Bedford St Johns (BSJ)12:41Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£171One-way1 change
- W88025 · W702637:130h58Bedford St Johns (BSJ)8:11Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£181One-way1 change
- W88039 · Y808239:270h49Bedford St Johns (BSJ)10:16Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£171One-way1 change
- W88020 · Y810326:130h50Bedford St Johns (BSJ)7:03Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£181One-way1 change
- W88048 · W7030510:500h51Bedford St Johns (BSJ)11:41Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£171One-way1 change
- W88053 · W7031911:500h51Bedford St Johns (BSJ)12:41Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£171One-way1 change
- W88025 · W702637:130h58Bedford St Johns (BSJ)8:11Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ)£181One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bedford to Leighton Buzzard
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 27 km
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1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bedford to Leighton Buzzard train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Leighton Buzzard trains for today, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 16:50 Bedford | 0h49 | 17:39 Leighton Buzzard | 1 change | |
| 17:50 Bedford | 0h49 | 18:39 Leighton Buzzard | 1 change | |
| 18:50 Bedford | 0h49 | 19:39 Leighton Buzzard | 1 change | |
| 19:50 Bedford | 0h51 | 20:41 Leighton Buzzard | 1 change | |
| 20:50 Bedford | 1h19 | 22:09 Leighton Buzzard | 1 change | |
| 21:50 Bedford | 0h53 | 22:43 Leighton Buzzard | 1 change | |
| 22:41 Bedford | 1h16 | 23:57 Leighton Buzzard | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 19 May | |||||
| W88020 · Y81032 | 6:13 Bedford St Johns (BSJ) | 0h50 | 7:03 Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ) | 1 change | |
| W88025 · W70263 | 7:13 Bedford St Johns (BSJ) | 0h58 | 8:11 Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ) | 1 change | |
| W88034 · W70275 | 8:11 Bedford St Johns (BSJ) | 1h00 | 9:11 Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ) | 1 change | |
| W88039 · Y80823 | 9:27 Bedford St Johns (BSJ) | 0h49 | 10:16 Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ) | 1 change | |
| W88048 · W70305 | 10:50 Bedford St Johns (BSJ) | 0h51 | 11:41 Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ) | 1 change | |
| W88053 · W70319 | 11:50 Bedford St Johns (BSJ) | 0h51 | 12:41 Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard run on average 4 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 49m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Bedford and Leighton Buzzard from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£14
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bedford to Leighton Buzzard train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard 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 Leighton Buzzard, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard covers a distance of 27 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard is 27 km.
The first train from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard departs at 23:20.
Trains from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard.
To get from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard.
The train station in Bedford that goes to Leighton Buzzard is Bedford St Johns (BSJ), and it arrives at Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ).
The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with stretches of green fields and small villages, providing a relatively scenic experience for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard is feasible. The journey takes 49m and covers 27 km. With a frequency of 4 trains per day, you can comfortably plan your visit.
Leighton Buzzard can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to visit popular sites such as the Grand Union Canal, Rushmere Country Park, and the Leighton Buzzard Railway.
Yes, you can take the train from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Leighton Buzzard
Bedford
Leighton Buzzard
The major train station for departures in Bedford is Bedford St Johns. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford St Johns for your trip from Bedford to Leighton Buzzard.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
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
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
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.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Leighton Buzzard is Leighton Buzzard. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leighton Buzzard for your journey to Leighton Buzzard from Bedford.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 08:00-18:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station Forecourt & Southcourt Avenue
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Leighton Buzzard
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
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