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Hackbridge to Bedford train route details

First train

05:52

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Hackbridge

Arrival city

Bedford

Journey time

1h 36m

Distance

55 miles

Price

€45.73*

Train Operators

Thameslink, Southern, East Midlands Railway

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
17:52 2h 2m, 1 change Hackbridge	19:54 Bedford	Find Tickets
18:22 1h 53m, 1 change Hackbridge	20:15 Bedford	Find Tickets
18:52 2h 2m, 1 change Hackbridge	20:54 Bedford	Find Tickets
19:22 2h 2m, 1 change Hackbridge	21:24 Bedford	Find Tickets
19:52 2h 2m, 1 change Hackbridge	21:54 Bedford	Find Tickets
20:22 2h 2m, 1 change Hackbridge	22:24 Paris	Find Tickets

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How to book cheap train tickets from Hackbridge to Bedford

Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.

Book in advance

Save up to 61% on your journey from Hackbridge to Bedford by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Hackbridge and Bedford on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

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