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Trains from Royston (RYS) to Bedford

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38

train journeys
per day

20

miles (32 kms)

1hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Royston (RYS) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Royston and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Royston to Bedford is approximately 20 miles (32 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Bedford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Royston to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Royston to Bedford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:07
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    07:01
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:07
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    08:00
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:25
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:07
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:07
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:55
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:26
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:55
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:07
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    11:55
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:07
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:55
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:07
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    13:55
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:07
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    14:55
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:07
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    15:55
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:26
    2 hrs 2 changes
    16:26
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:07
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    16:57
    Royston
    Bedford
    Royston to Bedford

About Royston Station

Station name Royston (RYS)
Address Royston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 17:30
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 Unavailable

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 Royston and Bedford

The travel time between Royston and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Royston and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between Royston 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 Royston & Bedford. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Bedford.

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