The average train between Bedford and Essex takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Essex. 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 hourly between Bedford and Essex. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Essex station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Bedford to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Bedford to Essex train tickets online with Thameslink, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bedford and Essex is 79.3 km. The road distance is 150 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to White Notley via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 35m.