How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Bedford?

The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Bedford start from $42. The average price for this train route is around $77. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Bedford?

The average train ride duration from Gatwick to Bedford is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 69 miles (112 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 34m and is operated by ThamesLink .

Which train operators service the Gatwick to Bedford route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Gatwick to Bedford?

The earliest train departs from Gatwick to Bedford at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 9:56pm.

Train Gatwick to Bedford from $40

Next train departures

Next departures for Gatwick to Bedford on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 4m	5:06pm	Bedford	Cheapest
Train	3:06pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	1h 46m	4:52pm	Bedford	Fastest
Train	3:02pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 4m	5:06pm	Bedford	No tags
Train	3:06pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	1h 46m	4:52pm	Bedford	No tags
Train	3:32pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 6m	5:38pm	Bedford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:11 PM GMT.

Get from Gatwick to Bedford

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

2h 2mAverage Duration

69 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

ThamesLink

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. ThamesLink ticket prices on this trip start at $42

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gatwick to Bedford by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Bedford?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Bedford start from $42. The average price for this train route is around $77. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Bedford?
The average train ride duration from Gatwick to Bedford is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 69 miles (112 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 34m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators service the Gatwick to Bedford route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Gatwick to Bedford?
The earliest train departs from Gatwick to Bedford at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 9:56pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/10

$58

12/11

$57

Today

$57

12/13

$41

12/14

$40

12/15

$58

12/16

No data

12/17

No data

The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Bedford was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $40

To 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 $40 to $112 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 $40 which is on 2025-12-14.