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London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford train with Thameslink

Sat, 15 Feb
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Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford

Showing times and prices for 15 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Thameslink
22:061h51
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
23:57Bedford
£181One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
14:062h27
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
16:33Bedford
£181One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
08:361h46
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
10:22Bedford
£201One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Railway
10:432h39
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
13:22Bedford
£271One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Railway
08:102h45
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
10:55Bedford
£271One-way
0 changes

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
ThameslinkThameslink16:46 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)1h39 18:25 Bedford0 changesDirect
ThameslinkThameslink14:06 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)2h27 16:33 Bedford0 changesDirect
West Midlands RailwayWest Midlands Railway10:43 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)2h39 13:22 Bedford0 changesDirect
West Midlands RailwayWest Midlands Railway08:10 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)2h45 10:55 Bedford0 changesDirect
ThameslinkThameslink08:36 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)1h46 10:22 Bedford0 changesDirect

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Train times from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford

Showing times and prices for 15 Feb

Fastest Journey

1 h 39 m

Average

2 h 11 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

110 km

Of the 6 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for Bedford every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Thameslink
16:461h39
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
18:25Bedford
£271One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
08:361h46
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
10:22Bedford
£201One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
22:061h51
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
23:57Bedford
£181One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
14:062h27
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
16:33Bedford
£181One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Railway
10:432h39
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
13:22Bedford
£271One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
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
110 km
Average train duration
2h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
7
Train providers
2
Fastest train
1h 38m
First train
07:32
Last train
22:06
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 providers: Thameslink and East Midlands Trains trains London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford

Find the best trains to Bedford from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Omio's travel partners Thameslink and East Midlands Trains from £18. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford train information with Thameslink:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 38 min
  • Cheapest Price: £18
  • Thameslink frequency: 25 a day

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford train travel time is 1 h 38 min   for the 68 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford leaves at 03: 21. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford leaves at 18: 46.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford without having to change trains with Thameslink. There are 8 direct trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Bedford. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford.
For the journey from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford you can take a train with Thameslink or East Midlands Trains. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Bedford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 46.
A day trip to Bedford from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 38 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford by train is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Bedford

London
Bedford
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:00 Saturday 05:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available

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