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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tonbridge to Bedford
Showing times and prices for 26 Mar
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
117 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tonbridge to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tonbridge to Bedford will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Fast trains
To travel from Tonbridge to Bedford you need to make at least one change.
04:452h35
Tonbridge07:20Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
05:392h01
Tonbridge07:40Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
06:072h02
Tonbridge08:09Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
06:242h00
Tonbridge08:24Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
06:352h04
Tonbridge08:39Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
07:241h50
Tonbridge09:14Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
07:541h50
Tonbridge09:44Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
06:521h52
Tonbridge08:44Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
09:101h59
Tonbridge11:09Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
06:242h00
Tonbridge08:24Bedford
£711One-way
1 change
Live departures
Tonbridge to Bedford train times
The table below shows live departures for Tonbridge to Bedford trains for today, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:28
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:37 Tonbridge | 2h02 | 22:39 Bedford | 1 change | |
| 20:52 Tonbridge | 2h02 | 22:54 Bedford | 1 change | |
| 21:07 Tonbridge | 2h01 | 23:08 Bedford | 1 change | |
| 21:30 Tonbridge | 2h26 | 23:56 Bedford | 2 changes | |
| 21:38 Tonbridge | 3h03 | 00:41 Bedford | 2 changes | |
| 04:45 Tonbridge | 2h35 | 07:20 Bedford | 1 change | |
| 05:39 Tonbridge | 2h01 | 07:40 Bedford | 1 change | |
| 06:07 Tonbridge | 2h02 | 08:09 Bedford | 1 change | |
| 06:24 Tonbridge | 2h00 | 08:24 Bedford | 1 change | |
| 06:35 Tonbridge | 2h04 | 08:39 Bedford | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tonbridge to Bedford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Tonbridge to Bedford run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 14:18. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 46m.
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 117 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 04:13 |
Last train 14:18 |
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, Southeastern from Tonbridge to Bedford trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Tonbridge and Bedford from £66. 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
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£62
Thameslink frequency
13 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
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£66
Southeastern frequency
50 a day
FAQs: Tonbridge to Bedford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge to Bedford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £66, while the average price tends to be around £66.
The train journey from Tonbridge to Bedford covers a distance of 117 km and takes approximately 1h 46m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Tonbridge to Bedford is 117 km.
The first train from Tonbridge to Bedford leaves at 4:13.
The last train from Tonbridge to Bedford departs at 14:18.
Trains from Tonbridge to Bedford run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Tonbridge to Bedford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Tonbridge to Bedford.
To travel from Tonbridge to Bedford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Tonbridge to Bedford.
The train station in Tonbridge that goes to Bedford is Tonbridge station (TON), and it arrives at Bedford station (BDM).
The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Bedford is by train, costing approximately £66.
Booking trains from Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge to Bedford offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring picturesque views of the Kent countryside, rolling hills, and charming towns along the way. However, as the train approaches Bedford, the landscape becomes more urban.
A day trip from Tonbridge to Bedford is feasible with a travel time of 1h 46m and a distance of 117 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
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 Tonbridge to Bedford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tonbridge and Bedford
Tonbridge
Bedford
The major train station for departures in Tonbridge is Tonbridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tonbridge for your trip from Tonbridge to Bedford.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:10 Sunday 06:30 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to the booking hall from Railway Approach Road. Steps and step free access via lifts down to all platforms from the booking hall. Step free access from the blue badge parking in Barden Road direct to platform 3 and 4 for services away from London. Step free access via the station overbridge and lifts to platforms 1 and 2 for services towards London, Redhill ( for Gatwick) and Tunbridge Wells.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: On Platforms 1 and 2 and also platform 3.- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1/ 2 and also platform 3- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 3 and 1/2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3/4, 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Tonbridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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 Tonbridge.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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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