The average train between Bedford and Eltham takes 1h 53m and the fastest train takes 1h 39m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Bedford to Eltham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Bedford and Eltham. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Eltham at 12:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 40m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Bedford to Eltham? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at London Bridge station via London Bridge station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.
Bedford to Eltham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Eltham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.
The distance between Bedford and Eltham is 84 km. The road distance is 99 km.
Thameslink operates a train from Bedford to London Bridge every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £35 and the journey takes 1h 18m.