Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet train

Fri 29 May
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet

Showing times and prices for 29 May

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£48

Fastest journey

2 h 3 m

Average duration

2 h 5 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

53 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Bedford for Stansted Mountfitchet every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.

  • East Midlands Railway
    9:102h03
    Bedford
    11:13Stansted Mountfitchet
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands Railway
    8:412h06
    Bedford
    10:47Stansted Mountfitchet
    £691One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet train times

The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet trains for today, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC04212+Greater AngliaP76267+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale
On time
8:10 Bedford station (BDM)
2h03
10:13 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)		2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04215+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP66308
On time
8:39 Bedford station (BDM)
2h08
10:47 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)		2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04220+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP76279
On time
9:10 Bedford station (BDM)
2h03
11:13 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)		2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04222+Greater AngliaP66360+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale
On time
9:41 Bedford station (BDM)
2h06
11:47 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)		2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04224+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP76291
On time
10:10 Bedford station (BDM)
2h03
12:13 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)		2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04229+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP66384
On time
10:40 Bedford station (BDM)
2h07
12:47 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)		2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet

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Trains from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 2h 3m.

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
Distance
53 km
Average train duration
2h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 3m
First train
5:50
Last train
23:16
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
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

FAQs: Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £62.
The train journey from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet covers a distance of 53 km and takes approximately 2h 3m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet is 53 km.
The first train from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 5:50.
The last train from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet departs at 23:16.
Trains from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet run approximately 8 times per day.
To travel from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet.
The train station in Bedford that goes to Stansted Mountfitchet is Bedford station (BDM), and it arrives at Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST).
The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet is by train, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet offers a mix of urban and rural views. Travellers can enjoy the scenic countryside segments interspersed with glimpses of charming villages and towns, although some parts are more industrial.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet as the travel time is 2h 3m and the distance is 53 km. Trains run 10 times per day.
A day in Stansted Mountfitchet is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Mountfitchet Castle and the House on the Hill Toy Museum.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Stansted Mountfitchet

Bedford
Stansted Mountfitchet
The major train station for departures in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your trip from Bedford to Stansted Mountfitchet.
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address
Address
Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Bedford St JohnsParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Bedford St Johns station, Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
Accessibility
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 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.

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