How to travel from Horley to Bedford

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Compare train 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 an average ticket price of NOK 162 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of NOK 162, while a train costs an average of NOK 551.

Distance: 67 miles (109 km)

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Driving

NOK 551

Average price

NOK 162

Average price

Cheapest

NOK 285

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 40m

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30m

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3h 47m

Average total duration

3h 17m

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30m

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1h 59m

Average total duration

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CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Thameslink

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FlixBus

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Compare ways to travel from Horley to Bedford

Compare the available ways to get from Horley to Bedford, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Bedford is a bus with an average price of NOK 162.

This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Bedford:

A bus is NOK 390 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Bedford costing on average NOK 551.

The fastest way to travel from Horley to Bedford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 10m.

Other travel options to Bedford take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 47m.

Yes, you can take a train between Horley and Bedford.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Horley to Bedford among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 19m sooner (1h 40m by train vs 1h 59m by car). Tickets start at around NOK 551 compared to roughly NOK 285 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.

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.

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FAQs: Travel from Horley to Bedford

Travel 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 Horley to Bedford.

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You can travel between Horley and Bedford by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Bedford is a bus with an average price of NOK 162.

This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Bedford:

A bus is NOK 390 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Bedford costing on average NOK 551.

The fastest way to travel from Horley to Bedford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 10m.

Other travel options to Bedford take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 47m.

The distance from Horley to Bedford is approximately 67 miles (109 km).
The average frequency per day from Horley to Bedford is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Horley and Bedford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Horley to Bedford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and arrive in Bedford station (BDM).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North and arrive in Bedford, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Horley to Bedford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bedford by bus.
  • Travel with Thameslink to go to Bedford by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Horley to Bedford with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Thameslink.
Omio customers who travel from Horley to Bedford often also extend their vacation to go to London St Pancras International (STP), London, Luton, Farringdon (ZFD), Cambridge. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bedford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bedford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending 1-2 days in Bedford allows you to explore its key attractions, such as the Higgins Bedford Museum, Bedford Park, and the historic Embankment area.

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