St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£15

Fastest journey

35 m

Average duration

40 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

44 km

Cheap tickets

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 £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave St Albans City (SAC) for Bedford station (BDM) every day 4 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 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 42 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.

Thameslink
08:090h35
St Albans City (SAC)
08:44Bedford station (BDM)
£111One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
09:410h41
St Albans City (SAC)
10:22Bedford station (BDM)
£111One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
11:450h40
St Albans City (SAC)
12:25Bedford station (BDM)
£171One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
05:350h42
St Albans City (SAC)
06:17Bedford station (BDM)
£191One-way
0 changes

Live departures

St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 06:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslinkY36203
On time
08:14 St Albans City (SAC)
0h42
08:56 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY37197
On time
08:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h42
09:07 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36204
On time
08:44 St Albans City (SAC)
0h42
09:26 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36468+east_midlands_railwayY07599
On time
08:47 St Albans City (SAC)
0h43
09:30 Bedford station (BDM)		1 change
thameslinkY36685
On time
08:55 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
09:36 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY37184
On time
09:09 St Albans City (SAC)
0h35
09:44 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36690
On time
09:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h42
10:07 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36997
On time
09:41 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
10:22 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36695
On time
09:55 St Albans City (SAC)
0h42
10:37 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY37003
On time
10:11 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
10:52 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36477+east_midlands_railwayY07608
On time
10:15 St Albans City (SAC)
0h40
10:55 Bedford station (BDM)		1 change
thameslinkY36700
On time
10:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h42
11:07 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY37009
On time
10:41 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
11:22 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36482+east_midlands_railwayY07611
On time
10:45 St Albans City (SAC)
0h40
11:25 Bedford station (BDM)		1 change
thameslinkY36705
On time
10:55 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
11:36 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY37015
On time
11:11 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
11:52 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36488+east_midlands_railwayY07615
On time
11:15 St Albans City (SAC)
0h40
11:55 Bedford station (BDM)		1 change
thameslinkY36710
On time
11:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
12:06 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY37021
On time
11:41 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
12:22 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36494+east_midlands_railwayY07616
On time
11:45 St Albans City (SAC)
0h40
12:25 Bedford station (BDM)		1 change
thameslinkY36715
On time
11:55 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
12:36 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY37027
On time
12:11 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
12:52 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36500+east_midlands_railwayY07619
On time
12:15 St Albans City (SAC)
0h40
12:55 Bedford station (BDM)		1 change
thameslinkY36720
On time
12:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h41
13:06 Bedford station (BDM)		0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
thameslink05:35 St Albans City (SAC)
0h42
06:17 Bedford station (BDM)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM)

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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.
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
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
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: 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.

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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£15
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

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.
Learn more about Thameslink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
£8
Thameslink frequency
7 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

FAQs: St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) train

FAQs: Travel by train from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM).
FAQs
The train distance from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) is 44 km.
Booking trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) covers a distance of 44 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 8 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between St Albans City (SAC) and Bedford station (BDM). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The cost of a train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The cheapest way to get from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) is by train, costing approximately £11.
Yes, you can take the train from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM).
To travel from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM), you can take a train.
The first train from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) leaves at 5:35.
The last train from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) departs at 22:11.
Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM) run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM).
There is no night train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Bedford station (BDM).

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Important Stations and Airports in St Albans City (SAC) and Bedford station (BDM)

St Albans
Bedford
The major train station for departures in St Albans is St Albans City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Albans City for your trip from St Albans to Bedford.
St Albans CityWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey 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 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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