Trains from Luton Airport to Bedford

One-way tickets from Luton Airport to Bedford start at just £16.90, while return tickets are available for £33.80. This makes rail travel a convenient and cost-effective option for your journey.

It’s worth noting the cost of your ticket may vary based on several factors such as your travel time and how far in advance you manage to book.

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

It's around 29 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.

If you’re travelling from Luton Airport to Bedford via coach, the average journey time is 45 minutes making this a slower option than the train.

For accurate and up to date travel times for your desired travel dates, check your journey online or check our timetable. This will ensure you have a smooth journey with no problems.

The fastest train takes 17 minutes from Luton Airport Parkway to Bedford.

Remember the four-minute journey on the Luton DART shuttle from the airport terminal to the train station. This combined journey if fast and efficient, getting you back home sooner!

Each day, there are up to 34 Luton Airport Express trains from Luton Airport Parkway to Bedford.

Yes, there are direct trains from Luton Airport Parkway to Bedford, travelling via Luton.

However, there is a platform change between the DART shuttle and the train when travelling from London Luton Airport to Luton Airport Parkway.

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 last Luton Airport Express train from Luton Airport Parkway to Bedford departs at 00:33 on weekdays. On weekends, the last train departs at 22:40 on Saturdays and 22:36 on Sundays. However, later train services are available on a Sunday via EMR Intercity, with the last one departing at 23:30.

The Luton DART shuttle runs 24 hours a day, providing an efficient and smooth transition from the airport terminal to Luton Airport Parkway.

To ensure your rail journey from Luton Airport Parkway to Bedford is comfortable, there are a range of amenities available on the Luton Airport Express trains.

There is ample space on board our trains for suitcases and smaller bags. Make effective use of the free on-board Wi-Fi to browse the internet or catch up on the latest news. Our trains also have accessible toilets with baby changing facilities.

For more detailed information about our train facilities, click here.

There is ample space on our Luton Airport Express trains for luggage when travelling from Luton Airport Parkway to Bedford.

So that everyone on-board enjoys a comfortable and safe journey, we limit the number of luggage items per person to three. This consists of two larger bags or suitcases and a smaller bag.

There are lots of travel options available for your journey back to Bedford from Luton Airport, such as private transfers, personal vehicles, coaches, buses, or trains. Whilst all transport methods will get you back to Bedford, travelling by train provides a range of benefits:

• Arrive in good time: Travelling from Luton Airport to Bedford via the train has an average journey time of 29 minutes compared to 45 minutes by coach, meaning you will arrive back in Bedford sooner.

• Stress-free journey: Opting for rail travel means you won’t get stuck in traffic, providing you with a more enjoyable and relaxing journey.

• Plenty of space and comfort: When travelling by train, you will often have more comfortable seats and legroom. You will also have access to free on-board Wi-Fi.

• Beautiful views: If you’re travelling by train, you are more likely to witness some stunning views across the countryside, depending on the route.

• Arrive in Bedford refreshed: When travelling from Luton Airport to Bedford, opting for the train is the best option if you are to arrive feeling refreshed.

We recommend always attempting to book your tickets from Luton Airport to Bedford as far in advance as possible. By doing this, you are more likely to secure the cheapest price for your rail fare.

Head over to our journey planner to check train times for your travel dates and get the cheapest tickets.

When your train is delayed or cancelled, it can be really frustrating and cause major disruption to your journey. As a result, we’re committed to providing you with compensation when this happens. If your train from Luton Airport to Bedford is delayed for any reason by more than 15 minutes, you can claim compensation via our Delay Repay scheme.

If your train is cancelled, your ticket allows you to hop on the next available service if possible. If for any reason that’s not an option, you will be eligible for a refund.

If you choose not to travel for any reason and you purchased an Advance ticket, you won’t be eligible for a refund.

However, if you purchased an Anytime, Off-Peak or Super Off-Peak ticket, you could claim a refund but a £10 fee will apply.

Yes, for your journey to Bedford from Luton Airport you can book assistance up to just two hours before you travel. We recommend booking assistance online or by calling our Passenger Assist team on 08000 11 33 23.