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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 46m.
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 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 04:13 |
Last train 19:09 |
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
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Bishop's Stortford and Bedford from £70. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
£74
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bishop's Stortford to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford 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 Bedford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, a day trip from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford is feasible with a travel time of 1h 46m each way. The distance is 52 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
To fully explore Bedford's cultural sites, historical landmarks, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
The train journey from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford offers views of the English countryside, including fields, small villages, and sections of the River Lea, providing a pleasant and occasionally scenic experience.
Booking trains from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford is 52 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £70, while the average price tends to be around £70.
The train journey from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford covers a distance of 52 km and takes approximately 1h 46m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford is by train, costing approximately £70.
The first train from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford leaves at 4:13.
The train station in Bishop's Stortford that goes to Bedford is Bishop's Stortford station (BIS), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
The last train from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford departs at 19:09.
Yes, you can take the train from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford.
Trains from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford run approximately 4 times per day.
To travel from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford, you can take a .
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford.
There is no night train service from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bishop's Stortford and Bedford
Bishop's Stortford
Bedford
The major train station for departures in Bishop's Stortford is Bishop's Stortford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bishop's Stortford for your trip from Bishop's Stortford to Bedford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on each platform. Toilets are open during staffing hours only
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transport options for Bishop's Stortford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on new link road.
The major train station for arrivals in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your journey to Bedford from Bishop's Stortford.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket 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
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