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Bedford to Charing Cross trains

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The average train between Bedford and Charing Cross takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 7m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Bedford to Charing Cross. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 20m
Duration
52 mi
Distance
£33
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Bedford to Charing Cross train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Bedford and Charing Cross. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Charing Cross at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer at London Blackfriars and take an average of 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 21m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 20m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 20m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 27m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 21m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 27m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 26m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 21m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 24m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 24m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 21m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 27m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 21m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 27m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 19m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 27m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 19m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)1h 7m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Charing Cross? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bedford to Charing Cross.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 52.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Bedford to London Blackfriars every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £29–40 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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