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Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Bedford

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52

train journeys
per day

33

miles (53 kms)

1hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 52 scheduled rail journeys between Bishops Stortford and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 52 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bishops Stortford to Bedford is approximately 33 miles (53 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Bishops Stortford and Bedford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bishops Stortford to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Bishops Stortford to Bedford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:08
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    02:59
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    00:39
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    03:59
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:07
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:14
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    07:27
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:39
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:09
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:00
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:09
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:39
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:09
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:39
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:09
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:39
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:09
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:09
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:39
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:09
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Bishops Stortford
    Bedford
    Bishops Stortford to Bedford

About Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Bedford Station

Station name Bedford (BDM)
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 Bishops Stortford and Bedford

The travel time between Bishops Stortford and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bishops Stortford and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 52 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:32.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bishops Stortford & Bedford. owever, there are 52 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Bishops Stortford and Bedford.

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