The cheapest and fastest trains from Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leagrave (LEA) for Bedford station (BDM) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.






Live departures
Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM) trains for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W59601 | On time 22:02 Leagrave (LEA) | 0h22 | 22:24 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59491 | On time 22:16 Leagrave (LEA) | 0h23 | 22:39 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59605 | Delayed 22:34 22:32Leagrave (LEA) | 0h22 | 22:54 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59492 | On time 22:46 Leagrave (LEA) | 0h22 | 23:08 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59609 | On time 23:02 Leagrave (LEA) | 0h22 | 23:24 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:16 Leagrave (LEA) | 0h23 | 16:39 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:02 Leagrave (LEA) | 0h22 | 19:24 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:31 Leagrave (LEA) | 0h21 | 19:52 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM)
Trains from Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:47, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 21m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 07:47 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: Thameslink from Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM) trainsThameslink trains will get you between Leagrave (LEA) and Bedford station (BDM) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leagrave (LEA) to Bedford station (BDM) 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 station (BDM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leagrave (LEA) and Bedford station (BDM)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
