The average train between Hemel Hempstead and Bedford takes 1h 25m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Hemel Hempstead 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 hourly between Hemel Hempstead and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 2:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Hemel Hempstead is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Bedford at 10:23 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 18m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford? 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 Hemel Hempstead to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead station and arriving at Bedford St Johns station via Bletchley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.
Hemel Hempstead to Bedford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Hemel Hempstead station.
Hemel Hempstead to Bedford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Bedford St Johns station.
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The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Bedford is 42.4 km. The road distance is 48 km.
You can take a train from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford St Johns via Bletchley in around 1h 54m.