The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD)
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
6
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 £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bedford station (BDM) for Farringdon (ZFD) every day 3 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 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
C51400+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street · Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon
W59506
W59493
W57807
C51400+
W59735
W59493
C51400+
W59735
C51359+
G84860
W59506
W57807Travel 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 £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m 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 tomorrow, Wednesday 18 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C51400+ W59735 | On time 06:06 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h05 | 07:11 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
C51400+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street · Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon | On time 06:06 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h35 | 07:41 Farringdon (ZFD) | 2 changes | |
W59506 | On time 06:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h08 | 07:24 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W57807 | On time 06:27 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h09 | 07:36 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59493 | On time 06:33 Bedford station (BDM) | 0h56 | 07:29 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
C51359+ G84860 | On time 06:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 1h06 | 07:46 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bedford station (BDM) to Farringdon (ZFD).
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 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 56m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 04:13 |
Last train 23:44 |
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 £5. 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
