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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Luton
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Luton will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 16 trains that leave Bedford for Luton every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
C026268:160h25Bedford station (BDM)8:41Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes- C026118:020h26Bedford station (BDM)8:28Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes
- C025678:320h25Bedford station (BDM)8:57Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes
C042168:400h15Bedford station (BDM)8:55Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes- C026488:460h25Bedford station (BDM)9:11Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes
- C042168:400h15Bedford station (BDM)8:55Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes
- C0422610:100h15Bedford station (BDM)10:25Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes
- C042138:100h15Bedford station (BDM)8:25Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes
- C042199:100h15Bedford station (BDM)9:25Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes
- C042219:400h15Bedford station (BDM)9:55Luton station (LUT)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bedford to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 29 km
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Live departures
Bedford to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Luton trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C04277 | On time 20:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h15 | 20:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45581 | On time 20:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 20:41 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04278 | On time 20:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h15 | 20:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45587 | On time 20:46 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 21:11 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04280 | On time 21:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h15 | 21:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45585 | On time 21:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 21:41 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45568 | On time 21:46 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 22:11 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04283 | On time 22:11 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h16 | 22:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02770 | On time 22:14 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 22:39 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45582 | On time 22:44 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 23:09 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02611 | 8:02 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h26 | 8:28 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04213 | 8:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h15 | 8:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02626 | 8:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 8:41 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02567 | 8:32 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 8:57 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04216 | 8:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h15 | 8:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02648 | 8:46 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 9:11 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02571 | 9:02 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 9:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04219 | 9:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h15 | 9:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02664 | 9:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 9:41 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02565 | 9:32 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 9:57 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04221 | 9:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h15 | 9:55 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02624 | 9:46 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 10:11 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02578 | 10:02 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 10:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04226 | 10:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h15 | 10:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02686 | 10:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 10:41 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02595 | 10:32 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h26 | 10:58 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bedford to Luton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 15m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Bedford to Luton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Luton
Most Bedford to Luton trains use the Bedford to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at Luton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to Luton 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.
Getting to Bedford St Johns from Bedford city centre
Bedford St Johns train station facilities and services
Bedford St Johns has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford St Johns.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford St Johns: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford St Johns: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford St Johns: 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.
Which Luton station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: 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 the Ticket Office, 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.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, 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.
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