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Outbound fromBedford to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 2h 5m to travel from Bedford to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 69 miles (111 km). There are normally 101 trains per day travelling from Bedford to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £16.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:15 | |
| Departure station | Bedford | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 39m | |
| Distance | 69 miles (111 km) | |
| Frequency | 101 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £16.50 | |
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How to travel from Bedford to Gatwick Airport by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Bedford to Gatwick Airport? Look no further.
You'll usually find 101 trains per day running between Bedford and Gatwick Airport, which usually take 2 hours 5 minutes to complete the 69 miles (111 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 39 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Thameslink trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Gatwick Airport.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Bedford to Gatwick Airport start from £16.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Gatwick Airport? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Bedford to Gatwick Airport
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bedford to Gatwick Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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