The average train between Bedford and Hayes takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Bedford to Hayes. 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 20 minutes between Bedford and Hayes. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Hayes at 12:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Hayes. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Hayes station via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Bedford to Hayes train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Hayes train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Hayes (Kent) station.
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The distance between Bedford and Hayes is 90.5 km. The road distance is 105 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Hayes (Kent) via London Bridge in around 2h 5m.