The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Bedford
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horley to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horley to Bedford will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 1 trains that leave Horley for Bedford on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Horley to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€60 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Horley to Bedford by train or bus
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Why should you book Horley to Bedford trains with Omio?
Thameslink operates all train services from Horley to Bedford. Omio is the only official third party seller for Thameslink tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- 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 Horley to Bedford.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Thameslink tickets can only be bought on Omio or Thameslink's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Thameslink tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Thameslink tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Horley to Bedford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Horley to Bedford
Trains from Horley to Bedford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Thameslink from Horley to Bedford trainsThameslink trains will get you between Horley and Bedford from $43 (€35). 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 Horley to Bedford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Horley to Bedford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
- 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. 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
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- 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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