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Trains from Bedford to Shenfield (SNF)

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72

train journeys
per day

49

miles (79 kms)

1hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

03:43 / 00:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bedford to Shenfield (SNF)

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On a typical weekday there are 72 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Shenfield , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 72 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford to Shenfield is approximately 49 miles (79 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 54 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Shenfield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Bedford to Shenfield Today

  • Mon 27th May
    03:43
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    04:43
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    06:38
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    05:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    07:08
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    05:48
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    06:04
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    07:53
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    06:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    06:34
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:23
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    06:48
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    07:04
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    07:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    07:34
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    07:48
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    08:04
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    08:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:08
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    08:34
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    08:48
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    09:04
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:53
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    09:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:08
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    09:34
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:23
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield
  • Mon 27th May
    09:48
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Bedford
    Shenfield
    Bedford to Shenfield

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

About Shenfield Station

Station name Shenfield (SNF)
Address Shenfield station, Hutton Road, Shenfield, Essex, CM15 8JD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Shenfield

The travel time between Bedford and Shenfield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Shenfield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 72 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:52.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bedford & Shenfield. owever, there are 72 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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