The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) 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 St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 trains that leave St Albans City (SAC) for Bedford station (BDM) 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 44 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 41 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
St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) train times
The table below shows live departures for St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:15 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h41 | 08:56 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM)
Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 32m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 22:11 |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between St Albans City (SAC) and Bedford station (BDM) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans City (SAC) 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 St Albans City (SAC) and Bedford station (BDM)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
- Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey 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 the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
- 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
