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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Bedford | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Bedford | No tags |
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Get from Gatwick to Bedford
The journey takes about 1 hour 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just €11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. ThamesLink ticket prices on this trip start at €11
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Bedford by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Gatwick to Bedford?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Bedford start from €11. The average price for this train route is around €69. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Bedford?
The average train journey time from Gatwick to Bedford is 1h 56m, covering a distance of 112 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 38m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Bedford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Bedford?
The earliest train from Gatwick to Bedford departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:34.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Bedford was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Bedford as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €49 to €98 for a train ticket from Gatwick to Bedford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €49, which is on 2026-01-28.