Bedford to Luton train

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Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Luton

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Thameslink
02:18PM0h24
Bedford
02:42PMLuton
$101One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
09:48AM0h24
Bedford
10:12AMLuton
$141One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
11:48AM0h24
Bedford
12:12PMLuton
$141One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
12:15AM0h24
Bedford
12:39AMLuton
$151One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
08:48PM0h24
Bedford
09:12PMLuton
$151One-way
0 transfers

Bedford to Luton train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Thameslink09:48AM Bedford0h24 10:12AM Luton0 transfersDirect
Thameslink11:48AM Bedford0h24 12:12PM Luton0 transfersDirect
East Midlands Railway07:39AM Bedford0h15 07:54AM Luton0 transfersDirect
Thameslink12:15AM Bedford0h24 12:39AM Luton0 transfersDirect
Thameslink07:02AM Bedford0h24 07:26AM Luton0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Bedford to Luton

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Fastest Journey

15 m

Average

23 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

29 km

Of the 12 trains that leave Bedford for Luton every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

East Midlands Railway
07:39AM0h15
Bedford
07:54AMLuton
$171One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
09:48AM0h24
Bedford
10:12AMLuton
$141One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
11:48AM0h24
Bedford
12:12PMLuton
$141One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
12:15AM0h24
Bedford
12:39AMLuton
$151One-way
0 transfers
Thameslink
07:02AM0h24
Bedford
07:26AMLuton
$171One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bedford to Luton

Trains from Bedford to Luton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€9) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
17 miles (28 km)
Average train duration
22m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€9)
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Train providers
2
Fastest train
14m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains from Bedford to Luton trains

Find the best trains from Bedford to Luton with Omio's travel partners Thameslink, East Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains from $6 (€5). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from Bedford to Luton train information:

  • Average Duration: 18 min
  • Cheapest Price: $10
  • Thameslink frequency: 34 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bedford to Luton

FAQs: Travel by train from Bedford to Luton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bedford to Luton.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Luton can start from as little as $10 (€9) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bedford to Luton is $14 (€13); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Luton from Bedford is on average 14 min   for the 17 mile (28 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Bedford and Luton by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bedford to Luton leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bedford to Luton leaves at 11: 58 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Bedford to Luton without having to change trains with Thameslink, East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. There are 9 direct trains from Bedford to Luton each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Luton. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Bedford to Luton.
For the best Bedford to Luton train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Thameslink, East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Luton from Bedford to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 58 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bedford, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Luton, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Luton from Bedford is worth doing with a journey time of 14 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bedford to Luton is November.
You have options as you can travel to Luton from Bedford 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Bedford to Luton

Bedford
Luton
The major train station for departures in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your trip from Bedford to Luton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Il Basilico
  • Doorstep Diner
  • Mamma Concetta
  • McDonald's
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Swan
  • Bethany House
  • Premier Inn Bedford Riverside
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
The major train station for arrivals in Luton is Luton Airport Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton Airport Parkway for your journey to Luton from Bedford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Sicilian
  • Cheese & Pickle Sandwich Bar
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Villa Ada
  • Nakorn Thai
  • Chicago Rock Cafe
  • Numtan Thai
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
Hotel
  • Thistle Express Luton
  • Easy Hotel Luton
  • Comfort Hotel London Luton
  • Leaside Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Maci's Fish & Chips
  • Blossom Garden
  • Red Rooster Peri Peri
  • Jade House
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No

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