Trains from Luton Airport to Bedford

Luton Airport Express trains to Bedford run every half an hour from London Luton Airport.

Train ticket prices start from just £16.90 one-way from Luton Airport to Bedford, with no booking fees.

Take the Luton DART shuttle from the airport to the train station, and catch a direct train from Luton Airport Parkway to Bedford throughout the day. Just choose Luton Airport as your origin station for a combined ticket that covers your whole journey.

How much does a train ticket from Luton Airport to Bedford cost?

Train tickets from Luton Airport to Bedford cost from £16.90 one-way or £33.80 return.

Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are great value for travel at quieter times of day, while Anytime tickets give you the most flexibility. You can buy tickets from 12 weeks ahead until just before you board.

To check the cheapest train tickets for your travel dates plan your journey online.

How long does the train from Luton Airport to Bedford take?

It's around 37 minutes by train from Luton Airport to Bedford on the Luton Airport Express. This includes the four-minute Luton DART shuttle from the airport and transfer time to the train platform at Luton Airport Parkway station.

Check your journey online for up to date information on your chosen travel dates or check our timetable.

What is the fastest train from Luton Airport to Bedford?

The fastest train takes 17 minutes from Luton Airport Parkway to Bedford. There’s a four-minute journey on the Luton DART shuttle from the airport to the train station.

What is the distance between Luton Airport and Bedford by train?

It’s about 20 miles by train from London Luton Airport to Bedford.

How many trains are there from Luton Airport to Bedford a day?

There are up to 34 Luton Airport Express trains a day from Luton Airport Parkway to Bedford.

Are there direct trains from Luton Airport to Bedford?

You can travel direct to Bedford from Luton Airport Parkway by train. There’s a platform change between the Luton DART shuttle and the train at Luton Airport Parkway station.

What time is the first train from Luton Airport to Bedford?

The first Luton Airport Express train leaves Luton Airport Parkway for Bedford at 06:07 from Monday to Friday, and 06:01 on Saturday.

On a Sunday morning services may take longer. The first Luton Airport Express train leaves Luton Airport Parkway for Wellingborough at 12:36 but there are earlier services on EMR Intercity from 09:32. You can buy tickets for both Luton Airport Express and EMR Intercity services through our online booking page.

The Luton DART runs 24 hours a day.

Can I book assistance for my journey from Luton Airport to Bedford?

Yes, you can book assistance up to just two hours before you travel for help at the station and on the train between London Luton Airport and Bedford. Book assistance online or call our Passenger Assist team on 08000 11 33 23.