What is the cheapest way to get from Bedford to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Gatwick is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bedford to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Gatwick is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bedford and arriving at Gatwick Airport. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Bedford to Gatwick?

The distance between Bedford and Gatwick is 79 miles. The road distance is 86.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bedford to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Bedford to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Bedford to Gatwick?

The train from Bedford to Gatwick Airport takes 1h 47m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Gatwick train from?

Bedford to Gatwick train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Where does the Bedford to Gatwick train arrive?

Bedford to Gatwick train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Gatwick is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Bedford to Gatwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Bedford to Gatwick?

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

There are 1112+ hotels available in Gatwick.

Bedford to Gatwick - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 100 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Bedford to Gatwick by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 47m
£40–80
Drive 85.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bedford to Gatwickcar 85.7 mi
1h 40m
£21–31
Train, line 100 bus
1. Take the train from Bedford to Redhilltrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
2h 33m
£40–73

Bedford to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 78.9 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Gatwick, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Bedford to Gatwick Airport every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 47m.

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