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Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Bedford Stations

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82

train journeys
per day

55

miles (90 kms)

1hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:16 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Bedford Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 82 scheduled rail journeys between Dartford and Bedford Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 82 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dartford to Bedford Stations is approximately 55 miles (90 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 6 mins.

Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Bedford Stations.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dartford to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Dartford to Bedford Stations

Journeys from Dartford to Bedford Stations Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:16
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    07:10
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:23
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    07:27
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:50
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    07:52
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:53
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:20
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:23
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:46
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:40
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:50
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:40
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:56
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:40
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:00
    2 hrs 2 changes
    09:00
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:16
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:10
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:20
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:10
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:26
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:50
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:00
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:20
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:22
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:26
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:50
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:56
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:20
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    11:22
    Dartford
    Bedford
    Dartford to Bedford

About Dartford Station

Station name Dartford (DFD)
Address Dartford station, Station Approach, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BP
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:40
Saturday 06:10 - 19:40
Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Bedford Stations Station

Station name Bedford Stations (10)
Address Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dartford and Bedford Stations

The travel time between Dartford and Bedford Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dartford and Bedford Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 82 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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Amenities on trains between Dartford and Bedford Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Dartford & Bedford Stations. owever, there are 82 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Bedford Stations.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Dartford and Bedford Stations, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.