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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM)
Showing times and prices for 30 May
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
111 km
Cheap tickets
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 £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) you need to make at least 2 changes.
X56887+
C41882+
Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International9:571h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:55Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes- X56886+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+C4188510:271h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:25Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes
- X56884+C41890+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International11:271h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:25Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes
- X56880+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+C4190413:271h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)15:25Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes
- X91743+C41870+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International7:571h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:55Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International+W70851+
C027195:461h52Gatwick Airport (GTW)7:38Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes - X56887+C41882+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International9:571h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:55Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes
- X56886+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+C4188510:271h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:25Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes
- X56884+C41890+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International11:271h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:25Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes
- X56880+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+C4190413:271h58Gatwick Airport (GTW)15:25Bedford station (BDM)£311One-way2 changes
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 £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 111 km
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2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 tomorrow, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02719+Tube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International+W70851 | 5:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h52 | 7:38 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41859+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+C82775 | 5:50 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h05 | 7:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41860+C02734+Tube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International | 6:17 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h08 | 8:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+C41864+G26381 | 6:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 8:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| G26382+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+C41868 | 7:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 9:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41870+X91743+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 7:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 9:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41872+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+X65687 | 8:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 10:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41876+X65686+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 8:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 10:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| X56888+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+C41878 | 9:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 11:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41882+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+X56887 | 9:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 11:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41885+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+X56886 | 10:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 12:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41889+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+X56885 | 10:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 12:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| X56884+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+C41890 | 11:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 13:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41894+X56883+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 11:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 13:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41896+X56882+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 12:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 14:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41900+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+X56881 | 12:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 14:55 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C41904+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International+X56880 | 13:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h58 | 15:25 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) trains with Omio?
Thameslink as well as East Midlands Railway offer trains services from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM).
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 Railway to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM).
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 Railway to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM).
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 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 1h 32m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 0:45 |
Last train 21:37 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Bedford station (BDM) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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 32m
Cheapest Price
£12
Thameslink frequency
9 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
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.
The cost of a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) covers a distance of 111 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) is 111 km.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) leaves at 0:45.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) departs at 21:37.
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Gatwick Airport and Bedford station (BDM). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To get from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM).
The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including glimpses of the rolling hills and rural landscapes of the English countryside. While not considered the most scenic route in the UK, it provides a pleasant and varied backdrop.
Yes, a day trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford is feasible. The journey takes 1h 32m, covering a distance of 111 km. Trains operate 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford station (BDM).
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Bedford station (BDM)
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Bedford
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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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