How to get from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford by bus and train?

From Hemel Hempstead to Bedford by bus and train

To get from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 302 bus from The Forum, Hemel Hempstead station to St Albans City Railway Station, St Albans station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the THAMESLINK train and finally take the EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Luton Airport Parkway station to Bedford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min.

80min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 302302
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Leaves from The Forum, Hemel Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Forum, Hemel Hempstead
    ID F
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Welwyn Garden City
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Albans City Railway Station, St Albans
    ID A
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    St Albans City
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Luton Airport Parkway
    11 min
  • 7
    Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Corby
  • 8
    Ride to train station Bedford
    Ride to train station
    Bedford
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford by bus and train via 302 and THAMESLINK

To get from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford in London, take the 302 bus from The Forum, Hemel Hempstead station to St Albans City Railway Station, St Albans station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from St Albans City station to Bedford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min.

92min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 302302
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from The Forum, Hemel Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Forum, Hemel Hempstead
    ID F
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Welwyn Garden City
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Albans City Railway Station, St Albans
    ID A
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    St Albans City
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 6
    Ride to train station Bedford
    Ride to train station
    Bedford
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford

The distance between Hemel Hempstead, London and Bedford, London is approximately 62.04 km, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Hemel Hempstead

Hemel Hempstead is located at Hemel Hempstead, London and the nearest public transport station is Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead.

Bus stations close to Hemel Hempstead:

  • Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead
  • Bridge Street, Hemel Hempstead
  • Fernville Lane, Hemel Hempstead

Public transport stations close to Bedford, London

Bedford is located at Bedford, London and the nearest public transport station is Alexandra Road, Bedford.

Train stations close to Bedford:

  • Bedford St Johns

Bus stations close to Bedford:

  • Alexandra Road, Bedford
  • Cutcliffe Grove, Queens Park
  • Preston Road, Queens Park

Related Routes

Alternative route from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford by bus and train via 302 and THAMESLINK

To get from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford in London, take the 302 bus from The Forum, Hemel Hempstead station to St Albans City Railway Station, St Albans station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from St Albans City station to Bedford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min.

92min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 302302
Train - THAMESLINK
Leaves from The Forum, Hemel Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Forum, Hemel Hempstead
    ID F
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Welwyn Garden City
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Albans City Railway Station, St Albans
    ID A
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    St Albans City
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 6
    Ride to train station Bedford
    Ride to train station
    Bedford
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford?

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 302, Bus line THAMESLINK, Bus line EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford?

    The alternative route takes 92 minutes, using Bus line 302, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Bedford in London?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford in London?

    The 302 bus line goes from The Forum, Hemel Hempstead station near Hemel Hempstead to Welwyn Garden City station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Welwyn Garden City station near Bedford in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Hemel Hempstead to Bedford in London by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Hemel Hempstead and Bedford in London by bus and train is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Hemel Hempstead to get to Bedford in London?

    Get on the 302 bus from the The Forum, Hemel Hempstead stop near Hemel Hempstead in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Hemel Hempstead and Bedford in London?

    Get off the bus at the Welwyn Garden City station, which is closest to Bedford in London.