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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM)
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Bedford station (BDM) 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 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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 train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 111 km
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) trains for today, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W59424 | On time 08:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h08 | 10:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W57816 | On time 08:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h38 | 09:44 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84455+ C52620 | On time 08:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h39 | 09:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| W59427 | On time 08:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h07 | 10:39 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W59507 | On time 08:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h48 | 10:24 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G84459+C52411 | On time 08:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h39 | 10:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 22:22 |
Train companies: Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) trainsThameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Bedford station (BDM) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) 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 station (BDM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Bedford station (BDM)
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- 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
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