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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bedford for London Gatwick Airport on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.
9:18 AM1h46Bedford11:04 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$251One-way0 transfers- 7:02 PM2h03Bedford9:05 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$411One-way0 transfers
- 8:02 AM2h08Bedford10:10 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$441One-way0 transfers
- 5:16 AM1h48Bedford7:04 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$551One-way0 transfers
- 9:16 AM1h48Bedford11:04 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$621One-way0 transfers
- 9:18 AM1h46Bedford11:04 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$251One-way0 transfers
- 9:16 AM1h48Bedford11:04 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$621One-way0 transfers
- 5:16 AM1h48Bedford7:04 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$551One-way0 transfers
- 7:02 PM2h03Bedford9:05 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$411One-way0 transfers
- 8:02 AM2h08Bedford10:10 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bedford to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $0.33 (€0.26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $37 (€29).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 35m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 40m by train vs 1h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $37 (€29) compared to roughly $33 (€26) 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
Bedford to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:16 AM Bedford | 1h48 | 7:04 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:02 AM Bedford | 2h08 | 10:10 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:16 AM Bedford | 1h48 | 11:04 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:18 AM Bedford | 1h46 | 11:04 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:02 PM Bedford | 2h03 | 9:05 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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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 or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport.
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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 or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:14, the last at 19:02. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 1:14 AM |
Last train 7:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Bedford and London Gatwick Airport from $17 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bedford to London Gatwick Airport
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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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk- Car Park: Bedford St Johns (Council Managed)
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the Medbourne Road car park, by the path leading to the platform. Please check the direction of travel before boarding.
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