East Midlands Railway
Greater Anglia
Travel by train from Bedford to Wickford
Looking to travel from Bedford to Wickford by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Bedford to Wickford takes around 2 hours 35 minutes, but can take just 1 hour 57 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 36 trains per day from Bedford to Wickford.
You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Trains on this route are operated by Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink.
Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Bedford to Wickford?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Sign up to Ticket Alert
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2. Use a Railcard
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3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Bedford to Wickford is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.