The average train between Luton and Bedford takes 22 min and the fastest train takes 12 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Luton 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 15 minutes between Luton and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 3:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Luton is at 1:40 PM which arrives into Bedford at 1:55 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 22 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Luton station and arriving at Bedford station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 22 min.
Luton to Bedford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Bedford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Bedford station.
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The distance between Luton and Bedford is 28.5 km. The road distance is 32 km.
Thameslink operates a train from Luton to Bedford every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 26 min. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.