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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Bedford is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Bedford is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Bedford. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at St Paul's Square via Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Bedford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Bedford. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Bedford?

The distance between Gatwick and Bedford is 79 miles. The road distance is 85.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £40 - £80.

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

The train from Gatwick Airport to Bedford takes 1h 48m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Bedford bus from?

Gatwick to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Bedford?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Bedford is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Gatwick to Bedford bus arrive?

Gatwick to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Luton Station Interchange.

Where does the Gatwick to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Bedford is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Gatwick to Bedford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bedford?

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Gatwick to Bedford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 100 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick to Bedford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 48m
£40–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
4h 22m
£17–40
Drive 85.3 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Bedfordcar 85.3 mi
1h 39m
£21–30
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Povey Cross Road East to Redhill Bus Stationbus 100
2. Take the train from Redhill to Bedfordtrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2h 48m
£38–73

Gatwick to Bedford by train

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Distance: 78.9 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Bedford every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to St Paul's Square via Luton Station Interchange in around 4h 22m.

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