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Gatwick Airport to Bedford Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to Bedford, starting from NZD 37.95 and averaging NZD 39.47. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 32 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • السبت, 30 أغسطس
    From NZD 92.22
  • الأحد, 31 أغسطس
    From NZD 86.47
  • الاثنين, 1 سبتمبر
    From NZD 92.22
  • الثلاثاء, 2 سبتمبر
    From NZD 92.22
  • الأربعاء, 3 سبتمبر
    From NZD 92.22
  • الخميس, 4 سبتمبر
    From NZD 37.95
  • الجمعة, 5 سبتمبر
    From NZD 92.22
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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16:46
Gatwick Airport
18:25
Bedford
1 hour 39 minutes, Changes requiredThameslinkEast Midlands Railway
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17:02
Gatwick Airport
19:07
Bedford
2 hours 5 minutes, DirectThameslink
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17:06
Gatwick Airport
18:52
Bedford
1 hour 46 minutes, DirectThameslink
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17:16
Gatwick Airport
18:55
Bedford
1 hour 39 minutes, Changes requiredThameslinkEast Midlands Railway
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17:32
Gatwick Airport
19:37
Bedford
2 hours 5 minutes, DirectThameslink
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17:36
Gatwick Airport
19:22
Paris
1 hour 46 minutes, DirectThameslink
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Gatwick Airport to Bedford Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:01
Last train
Last train
23:34
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bedford
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 32 minutes
Distance
Distance
112 km
Price
Price
NZD 37.95*
Train operators
Train operators
Thameslink, Southern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Bedford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Gatwick Airport to Bedford can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gatwick Airport to Bedford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Gatwick Airport to Bedford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gatwick Airport to Bedford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Gatwick Airport to Bedford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gatwick Airport to Bedford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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