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Trains from Bedford to Shortlands

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40

train journeys
per day

54

miles (87 kms)

1hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

03:43 / 01:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bedford to Shortlands

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Shortlands , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford to Shortlands is approximately 54 miles (87 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 8 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Shortlands. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Bedford to Shortlands Today

  • Mon 27th May
    03:43
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    05:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    04:13
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    06:18
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    04:43
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    06:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    05:18
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:19
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    05:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    07:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    06:18
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:19
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    06:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    07:18
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    09:19
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    07:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    09:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    08:18
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:19
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    08:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    10:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    09:18
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    11:19
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    09:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    11:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    10:18
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    12:19
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    10:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    11:18
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    13:19
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    11:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    13:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    12:18
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    14:19
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    12:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    14:50
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    13:18
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    15:19
    Bedford
    Shortlands
    Bedford to Shortlands

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 Shortlands Station

Station name Shortlands (SRT)
Address Shortlands station, Shortlands Road, Shortlands, Greater London, BR2 0JA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Shortlands

The travel time between Bedford and Shortlands by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Shortlands vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:01.

First class tickets on trains between Bedford and Shortlands typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Bedford and Shortlands 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 & Shortlands. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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