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The cheapest and fastest trains from Redhill to Bedford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 43 m
Trains on 18 Sept
28
Distance
101 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Redhill to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Redhill to Bedford will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Fast trains
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 28 trains from Redhill to Bedford, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
W455780:532h08Redhill station (RDH)3:01Bedford station (BDM)£451One-way0 changes- W455960:112h05Redhill station (RDH)2:16Bedford station (BDM)£451One-way0 changes
- W45578+
G261130:062h55Redhill station (RDH)3:01Bedford station (BDM)£451One-way1 change - W329416:131h56Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD)8:09Bedford station (BDM)£541One-way0 changes
- C027676:431h56Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD)8:39Bedford station (BDM)£541One-way0 changes
- G28256+
W708505:591h39Redhill station (RDH)7:38Bedford station (BDM)£541One-way1 change - W32962+W708475:291h41Redhill station (RDH)7:10Bedford station (BDM)£541One-way1 change
- W32879 · W456067:291h45Redhill station (RDH)9:14Bedford station (BDM)£541One-way1 change
- W32908 · W456056:591h45Redhill station (RDH)8:44Bedford station (BDM)£541One-way1 change
- W32953+W708454:521h46Redhill station (RDH)6:38Bedford station (BDM)£541One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Redhill to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Redhill to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £57, while a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 101 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£57 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Redhill to Bedford is a train with an average price of £57.
The fastest way to travel from Redhill to Bedford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 48m.
Yes, you can take a train between Redhill and Bedford.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 48m by train vs 1h 49m by car). Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Thameslink.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Redhill to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Redhill to Bedford trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:29 Redhill | 1h55 | 10:24 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| W45578+G26113 | Delayed 0:44 0:06Redhill station (RDH) | 2h55 | 3:01 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| W45596 | 0:11 Redhill station (RDH) | 2h05 | 2:16 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45578 | On time 0:53 Redhill station (RDH) | 2h08 | 3:01 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32953 | 4:52 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h58 | 6:50 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32953+W70845 | 4:52 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h46 | 6:38 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| W32962 | On time 5:29 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h51 | 7:20 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32962+W70847 | On time 5:29 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h41 | 7:10 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
C93309+C41858+ Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 5:38 Redhill station (RDH) | 2h20 | 7:58 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| W32972 | 5:42 Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD) | 1h58 | 7:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32972+W70850 | 5:42 Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD) | 1h56 | 7:38 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| W32972 | 5:48 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h52 | 7:40 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G28256+W70850 | 5:59 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h39 | 7:38 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| C41862+C93200+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 6:10 Redhill station (RDH) | 2h19 | 8:29 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| W32941 | 6:13 Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD) | 1h56 | 8:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32941 | 6:18 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h51 | 8:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32870 · W45541 | 6:29 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h55 | 8:24 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| C93201+C41863+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 6:40 Redhill station (RDH) | 2h16 | 8:56 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C02767 | 6:43 Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD) | 1h56 | 8:39 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02767 | 6:48 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h51 | 8:39 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32908 · W45605 | 6:55 Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD) | 1h49 | 8:44 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| W32908 · W45605 | 6:59 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h45 | 8:44 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| G77120_C93202+C02774 | 7:02 Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD) | 2h07 | 9:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| C93202+C41866+Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 7:10 Redhill station (RDH) | 2h20 | 9:30 Bedford station (BDM) | 2 changes | |
| C02774 | 7:14 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h55 | 9:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32879 · W45606 | 7:29 Redhill station (RDH) | 1h45 | 9:14 Bedford station (BDM) | 1 change | |
| W45600 | 7:39 Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD) | 2h00 | 9:39 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45601 | 8:12 Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD) | 1h57 | 10:09 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W32940 | 8:42 Earlswood (Surrey) (ELD) | 1h57 | 10:39 Bedford station (BDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Redhill to Bedford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Redhill to Bedford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 30m.
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 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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 Redhill to Bedford trainsThameslink trains will get you between Redhill and Bedford from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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 Thameslink Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£45
Thameslink frequency
50 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
Complete guide to Bedford
Things to do in Bedford
Discover the best of Bedford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bedford trip today.
- Recommended
John Bunyan Museum
Compact museum inside John Bunyan Meeting telling the story of the Bedford writer and preacher. Useful for literary and religious history.
The Eagle Gallery
Small independent gallery showcasing changing contemporary exhibitions. Worth a visit for local creative talent and a quieter art stop in the town centre.
- Must visit
The Embankment
Tree-lined riverside promenade beside the Great Ouse. It is one of Bedford's classic walks, with bridges, memorials and broad views of the water.
- Recommended
Russell Park
Central urban park with lawns, play areas and riverside paths. A practical stop for relaxing between sights and enjoying the water's edge.
- Recommended
Priory Country Park
Spacious park with sports facilities, open grass and access to the river. Popular with locals and useful for a longer walk away from the busiest streets.
Bedford Clanger
A spiced puff pastry turnover filled with curried mutton or beef. Brought by Bedford’s Italian community, it is the town’s best-known speciality.
Sweet Bedford Clanger
The sweet version of the Bedford Clanger, usually filled with jam or apple. It reflects the town’s baking tradition and local lunchbox heritage.
Steak And Kidney Pudding
A rich steamed suet pudding with beef and kidney. A classic English comfort dish long associated with traditional pubs and family cooking in Bedfordshire.
Anatolia
Well-known Turkish restaurant with grilled meats, meze and a lively but polished atmosphere in Bedford town centre.
The River Room
Stylish riverside restaurant and bar serving modern British and European dishes in a relaxed setting by the Great Ouse.
Prego
Established Spanish tapas restaurant known for small plates, sangria and a warm, bustling atmosphere near the centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England: stays and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxi tips are optional, often rounding up. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Bedford Railway Station -> Bedford Bus Station
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Most local bus singles in England are capped at £3.00 where participating operators apply the national fare cap; check the operator before travel.
- Stagecoach sells Bedfordshire DayRider day tickets on its official app. Contactless payment is commonly available on buses, but check with the operator before boarding.
FAQs: Redhill to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Redhill 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Redhill to Bedford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £57.
The train journey from Redhill to Bedford covers a distance of 101 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Redhill to Bedford is 101 km.
The first train from Redhill to Bedford leaves at 0:11.
The last train from Redhill to Bedford departs at 23:44.
Trains from Redhill to Bedford run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Redhill to Bedford.
Yes, there is a direct train between Redhill and Bedford. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To travel from Redhill to Bedford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Redhill to Bedford.
The train station in Redhill that goes to Bedford is Redhill station (RDH), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
The cheapest way to get from Redhill to Bedford is by train, costing approximately £45.
Booking trains from Redhill to Bedford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Redhill to Bedford offers a mix of urban and rural views, including glimpses of the Surrey countryside and parts of the Chiltern Hills, making sections of the trip quite scenic.
A day trip from Redhill to Bedford is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 30m. Trains run 5 times per day over a distance of 101 km.
To fully explore Bedford's cultural sites, historical landmarks, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Redhill to Bedford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Redhill and Bedford
Most Redhill to Bedford trains use the Redhill to Bedford station pair. Use this guide to compare Redhill and Bedford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Redhill
Arrival train stations in Bedford
Which Redhill station do trains to Bedford leave from?
Trains from Redhill to Bedford leave from Redhill. The station is from Redhill city centre at Redhill station, Redstone Hill, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1RB.
RedhillRedhill station, Redstone Hill, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1RB
City-centre transport
Getting to Redhill from Redhill city centre
Bus435, 460, 420, 430, 32, 411 · 40m · £2 · every ~21 min
Redhill train station facilities and services
Redhill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redhill.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Redhill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Redhill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redhill: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Redhill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redhill: 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 iva lifts. 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Earlswood (Surrey)Earlswood station, Station Approach West, Earlswood, Surrey, RH1 6HP
City-centre transport
Getting to Earlswood (Surrey) from Redhill city centre
Earlswood (Surrey) is 1 km from Redhill city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBedford - Three Bridges, Bedford - Horsham, London Bridge - Three Bridges, London Bridge - Horsham, Bedford - Gatwick Airport, Peterborough - Horsham, Luton - Gatwick Airport, Luton - Three Bridges, London Bridge - Gatwick Airport, West Hampstead Thameslink - Three Bridges, West Hampstead Thameslink - Gatwick Airport, West Hampstead Thameslink - Horsham, Luton - Horsham, Finsbury Park - Horsham · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus32 · 7m · £2 · every ~3 min
400 · 12m · £2 · every ~6 min
Earlswood (Surrey) train station facilities and services
Earlswood (Surrey) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Earlswood (Surrey).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Earlswood (Surrey): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Earlswood (Surrey): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Earlswood (Surrey): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Level access to platform 1 (towards London). Steps to platform 2 (towards Gatwick). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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.
Which Bedford station do trains from Redhill arrive at?
Trains from Redhill to Bedford arrive at Bedford. Bedford is 1 km from Bedford city centre.
BedfordBedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: 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.
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