The average train between Dartford and Bedford takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Dartford to Bedford. 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 Dartford and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dartford is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Bedford at 6:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Dartford to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Dartford station and arriving at Bedford station via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Dartford to Bedford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dartford station.
Dartford to Bedford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bedford station.
Book your Dartford to Bedford train tickets online with Southeastern and Thameslink.
The distance between Dartford and Bedford is 89.7 km. The road distance is 109 km.
You can take a train from Dartford to Bedford via London Bridge in around 2h 6m.
