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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
56 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 2 m
Trains on 18 Sept
20
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 £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 20 trains from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD), including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 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.
W455459:461h08Bedford station (BDM)10:54Farringdon (ZFD)£111One-way0 changes- W455259:161h08Bedford station (BDM)10:24Farringdon (ZFD)£111One-way0 changes
- W329669:021h07Bedford station (BDM)10:09Farringdon (ZFD)£111One-way0 changes
- W329479:321h07Bedford station (BDM)10:39Farringdon (ZFD)£121One-way0 changes
C04208+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon · Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street7:101h34Bedford station (BDM)8:44Farringdon (ZFD)£121One-way2 changes
- W455447:330h56Bedford station (BDM)8:29Farringdon (ZFD)£171One-way0 changes
- C04212+G282918:101h01Bedford station (BDM)9:11Farringdon (ZFD)£261One-way1 change
- C04215+G282938:391h02Bedford station (BDM)9:41Farringdon (ZFD)£391One-way1 change
- C04222+C226119:411h05Bedford station (BDM)10:46Farringdon (ZFD)£351One-way1 change
- C04220+C226449:101h06Bedford station (BDM)10:16Farringdon (ZFD)£391One-way1 change
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 coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD):
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Farringdon (ZFD) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 15m.
The journey is about 42m faster (1h 4m by train vs 1h 46m by car) and roughly £68 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£25 vs £92). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W32949 | On time 7:30 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h09 | 8:39 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45544 | On time 7:33 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h56 | 8:29 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04209+C22635 | On time 7:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h06 | 8:46 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
| W45524 | On time 7:46 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h08 | 8:54 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32958 | On time 8:00 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h09 | 9:09 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04212+G28291 | On time 8:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h01 | 9:11 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
| W45520 | On time 8:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h08 | 9:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32951 | On time 8:32 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h07 | 9:39 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04215+G28293 | On time 8:39 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h02 | 9:41 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
| W45523 | On time 8:46 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h08 | 9:54 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32966 | On time 9:02 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h07 | 10:09 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04220+C22644 | On time 9:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h06 | 10:16 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
| W45525 | On time 9:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h08 | 10:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32947 | On time 9:32 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h07 | 10:39 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04222+C22611 | On time 9:41 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h05 | 10:46 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
| W45545 | On time 9:46 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h08 | 10:54 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| C04208+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street · Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon | 7:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h34 | 8:44 Farringdon (ZFD) | 2 changes | |
| W45542 | 7:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h08 | 8:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 12:02. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 42m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 12:02 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Bedford station (BDM) and Farringdon (ZFD) from £9. 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)
Most Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) trains use the Bedford to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford station (BDM) and Farringdon (ZFD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: 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.
Getting to Farringdon from London city centre
Farringdon is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Farringdon train station facilities and services
Farringdon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Farringdon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Farringdon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Farringdon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Farringdon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Farringdon: 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.
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