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Compare train and coach for Royston to Leighton Buzzard
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royston to Leighton Buzzard among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 46 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Royston to Leighton Buzzard
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Royston to Leighton Buzzard run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 2h 1m.
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 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 22:10 |
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: Great Northern, Thameslink from Royston to Leighton Buzzard trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Royston and Leighton Buzzard from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 42m
Thameslink frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
£60
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Royston to Leighton Buzzard train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royston to Leighton Buzzard 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 Leighton Buzzard, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Leighton Buzzard can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to visit popular sites such as the Grand Union Canal, Rushmere Country Park, and the Leighton Buzzard Railway.
The train distance from Royston to Leighton Buzzard is 46 km.
To get from Royston to Leighton Buzzard, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Royston to Leighton Buzzard covers a distance of 46 km and takes approximately 2h 1m. Trains run 2 per day.
Booking trains from Royston to Leighton Buzzard in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Royston to Leighton Buzzard leaves at 0:15.
The cost of a train ticket from Royston to Leighton Buzzard can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £60, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The last train from Royston to Leighton Buzzard departs at 22:10.
The cheapest way to get from Royston to Leighton Buzzard is by train, costing approximately £60.
Trains from Royston to Leighton Buzzard run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Royston to Leighton Buzzard.
The train station in Royston that goes to Leighton Buzzard is Royston station (RYS), and it arrives at Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ).
There is no night train service from Royston to Leighton Buzzard.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Royston to Leighton Buzzard.
Yes, you can take the train from Royston to Leighton Buzzard.
The train journey from Royston to Leighton Buzzard offers a pleasant experience, passing through picturesque countryside, charming villages, and areas of natural beauty, making it a scenic route for travellers.
A day trip from Royston to Leighton Buzzard is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 1m. However, there are 2 trains per day. The distance is 46 km.
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Important Stations and Airports in Royston and Leighton Buzzard
Royston
Leighton Buzzard
The major train station for departures in Royston is Royston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Royston for your trip from Royston to Leighton Buzzard.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 09:15 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent in Booking Hall
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 B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. 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 Great Northern 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: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 station entrance and car park / Platform 2 car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Leighton Buzzard is Leighton Buzzard. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leighton Buzzard for your journey to Leighton Buzzard from Royston.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 08:00-18:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station Forecourt & Southcourt Avenue
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Leighton Buzzard
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
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