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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Bedford | Luton | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Bedford | Leagrave | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bedford | Luton | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bedford | Leagrave | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Bedford to Luton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$15 - $31 | Average Duration20m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$4 - $4 | Average Duration40m | 1kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bedford to Luton 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 Luton?
The cheapest train tickets from Bedford to Luton start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $19. 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 Luton?
The average train ride duration from Bedford to Luton is 20m, covering a distance of 18 miles (29 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Bedford to Luton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, East Midlands Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bedford to Luton?
The earliest train departs from Bedford to Luton at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Bedford to Luton?
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 Luton?
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 Luton?
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 Luton?
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 Luton was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bedford to Luton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $14 to $29 for a train ticket from Bedford to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-12-14.
