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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Bedford | West Hampstead Thameslink | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bedford | West Hampstead Thameslink | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bedford | St Pancras International | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bedford | West Hampstead Thameslink | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bedford | St Pancras International | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Bedford to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average Price$24 - $41 | Average Duration9h 20m | 2kg CO₂e | |
| Average Price$8 - $156 | Average Duration1h 2m | 2kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$8 - $8 | Average Duration1h 20m | 3kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bedford to London by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bedford to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Bedford to London start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bedford to London?
The average train ride duration from Bedford to London is 1h 2m, covering a distance of 51 miles (82 km). The quickest train can get you there in 39m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Bedford to London route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bedford to London?
The earliest train departs from Bedford to London at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Bedford to London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bedford to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator ThamesLink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Bedford to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is ThamesLink, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bedford to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ThamesLink, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bedford to London was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $8To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bedford to London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $8 to $93 for a train ticket from Bedford to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually ThamesLink will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
