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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burgess Hill to Bedford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Burgess Hill to Bedford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 133 km distance in 1h 48m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 133 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 02:15 |
Last train 21:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Thameslink from Burgess Hill to Bedford trainsThameslink trains will get you between Burgess Hill and Bedford from £72. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
£71
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Burgess Hill to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgess Hill to Bedford 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 Bedford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Bedford's cultural sites, historical landmarks, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
The train journey from Burgess Hill to Bedford offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque countryside of southern England and charming towns along the way.
Yes, there is a direct train between Burgess Hill and Bedford. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The train distance from Burgess Hill to Bedford is 133 km.
The train journey from Burgess Hill to Bedford covers a distance of 133 km and takes approximately 1h 48m. Trains run 4 per day.
A day trip from Burgess Hill to Bedford is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 48m. However, trains run 4 times per day.
The first train from Burgess Hill to Bedford leaves at 2:15.
The last train from Burgess Hill to Bedford departs at 21:25.
Booking trains from Burgess Hill to Bedford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Burgess Hill to Bedford run approximately 4 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Burgess Hill to Bedford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £79.
The cheapest way to get from Burgess Hill to Bedford is by train, costing approximately £72.
The train station in Burgess Hill that goes to Bedford is Burgess Hill station (BUG), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
There is no night train service from Burgess Hill to Bedford.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Burgess Hill to Bedford.
Yes, you can take the train from Burgess Hill to Bedford.
To travel from Burgess Hill to Bedford, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burgess Hill and Bedford
Burgess Hill
Bedford
The major train station for departures in Burgess Hill is Burgess Hill. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burgess Hill for your trip from Burgess Hill to Bedford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:35
Shopping
- Type of shops available: There is a newsagent located next to the booking hall, on the bridge
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Step-free route between platforms via the street, steep in places (over 400m and gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting area is available on platform 2
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Bedford is Bedford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedford for your journey to Bedford from Burgess Hill.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front right hand side and station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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