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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Bedford to Hayes and Harlington for your selected date and time.
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Before you start your journey
Departing from Bedford
- Departure station
- Bedford station guide
- Address
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- 42A Bromham Rd, Bedford, MK40 2QD
Operators serving Bedford
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Facilities at Bedford
- Ticket Office
- Toilets
- Wi-Fi
- Cafes
- Bike Storage
Parking & meeting your train
- Bedford Station Car Park (pay-and-display)
Explore the area around Bedford
- Bedford Castle Mound
- The Embankment
- John Bunyan Museum
About your departure station
Bedfords main station opened in 1846 by the London & Birmingham Railway and was rebuilt in 1859 by the Midland Railway as a major junction.
It played vital roles in both World Wars for troop movements.
Electrified in 1983, it became a key Thameslink hub.
The 2023 redevelopment modernized facilities while preserving historical elements.
Today it serves as Bedfordshires primary rail gateway with East Midlands and Thameslink services.
Future East West Rail upgrades may further enhance its importance as a regional transport center bridging London and the Midlands.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Bedford to Hayes and Harlington?
Open the ticket search and enter Bedford as your departure station and Hayes and Harlington as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Bedford and Hayes and Harlington?
Review the complete itinerary in the journey results. It shows the individual services and connections for the option you select.
Can I include a Railcard?
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