17:320h25Bedford station (BDM)17:57Luton station (LUT)£71One-way0 changes
18:020h25Bedford station (BDM)18:27Luton station (LUT)£81One-way0 changes
3:140h25Bedford station (BDM)3:39Luton station (LUT)£121One-way0 changes
15:100h15Bedford station (BDM)15:25Luton station (LUT)£121One-way0 changes
14:460h25Bedford station (BDM)15:11Luton station (LUT)£121One-way0 changes
15:100h15Bedford station (BDM)15:25Luton station (LUT)£121One-way0 changes
3:140h25Bedford station (BDM)3:39Luton station (LUT)£121One-way0 changes
6:160h25Bedford station (BDM)6:41Luton station (LUT)£141One-way0 changes
14:460h25Bedford station (BDM)15:11Luton station (LUT)£121One-way0 changes
17:320h25Bedford station (BDM)17:57Luton station (LUT)£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT)
The cheapest option from Bedford to Luton is coach, with an average price of £3. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Luton among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 29 km
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50m Average total duration Fastest option 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT) trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 3:14 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 3:39 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 6:41 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:46 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 15:11 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h15 | 15:25 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:32 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 17:57 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:02 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h25 | 18:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT)
Typically, there are 8 trains per day from Bedford to Luton, including 8 direct trains, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 18:02. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 15m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Lowest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 18:02 |
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Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Bedford station (BDM) and Luton station (LUT) from £3. 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 station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT) 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 station (LUT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bedford station (BDM) and Luton station (LUT)
Most Bedford station (BDM) to Luton station (LUT) trains use the Bedford to Luton station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford station (BDM) and Luton station (LUT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
