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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, while a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $37 compared to roughly $14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$23. The journey takes 1h 3m versus 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Watford to Bedford by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Watford to Bedford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
W70283 · W880438:56 AM 1h35 Bushey (BSH) 10:31 AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ) $46 1 One-way 1 transfer
Cheapest
- W70283 · W88043
8:56 AM 1h35 Bushey (BSH) 10:31 AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ) $46 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest
- W70253 · W88029
6:26 AM 1h31 Bushey (BSH) 7:57 AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ) $51 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
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C341489:26 AM 1h59 Bushey (BSH) 11:25 AM Bedford station (BDM) $46 1 One-way 3 transfers- W11088+C10015+C41854
5:51 AM 1h36 Watford Junction (WFJ) 7:27 AM Bedford station (BDM) $51 1 One-way 2 transfers - W70258 · W88036
6:56 AM 1h44 Bushey (BSH) 8:40 AM Bedford St Johns (BSJ) $51 1 One-way 1 transfer
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- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Watford and Bedford as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Watford Junction (WFJ) and arrive in Bedford station (BDM).
- Travel with East Midlands Railway to go to Bedford by train.
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