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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Bedford
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€12
Fastest journey on Sep 20
14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
20 m
Trains on Sep 20
12
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Bedford will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 12 trains from Luton to Bedford, including 11 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C4186512:08 PM0h15Luton station (LUT)12:23 PMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers- C211399:27 AM0h14Luton station (LUT)9:41 AMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers
X0773912:31 PM0h23Luton station (LUT)12:54 PMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers- C0270112:46 PM0h25Luton station (LUT)1:11 PMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers
- C226709:24 AM0h26Luton station (LUT)9:50 AMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers
- C211399:27 AM0h14Luton station (LUT)9:41 AMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers
- C4186512:08 PM0h15Luton station (LUT)12:23 PMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers
- X0773912:31 PM0h23Luton station (LUT)12:54 PMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers
- X077561:01 PM0h23Luton station (LUT)1:24 PMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers
- X0775712:01 PM0h23Luton station (LUT)12:24 PMBedford station (BDM)€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Bedford:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Bedford costing on average €14.
Other travel options to Bedford take longer:
Bus takes on average 46m.
Live departures
Luton to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Bedford trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C22673 | 8:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h26 | 8:50 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C22659 | 8:54 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h28 | 9:22 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C22670 | 9:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h26 | 9:50 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21139 | 9:27 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h14 | 9:41 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C22684 | 9:32 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h26 | 9:58 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| X07787+C04191 | 9:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 0h27 | 10:10 AM Bedford station (BDM) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Bedford
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Trains from Luton to Bedford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 19m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Bedford trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Bedford from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Luton to Bedford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Bedford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bedford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Bedford
Most Luton to Bedford trains use the Luton to Bedford station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Bedford leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Bedford station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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