The average train between Bedford and Luton takes 21 min and the fastest train takes 13 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Bedford to Luton. 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 15 minutes between Bedford and Luton. The earliest departure is at 8:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 4:29 PM which arrives into Luton at 4:50 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 21 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bedford station and arriving at Luton station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 21 min.
Bedford to Luton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Luton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Luton station.
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The distance between Bedford and Luton is 28.5 km. The road distance is 32 km.
Thameslink operates a train from Bedford to Luton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £10–21 and the journey takes 25 min. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.