The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bedford station (BDM) for Farringdon (ZFD) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) trains for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h06 | 06:46 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:30 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h09 | 07:39 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:02 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h07 | 08:09 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h06 | 14:16 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:13 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h03 | 22:16 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD)
Trains from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:13, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 03:13 |
Last train 19:41 |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Bedford station (BDM) and Farringdon (ZFD) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Farringdon (ZFD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bedford station (BDM) and Farringdon (ZFD)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms including level boarding to Thameslink trains from Zone C on both platforms. Manual ramps are available for other zones and for London Underground services.
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Metro: Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City Lines
