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London Kings Cross to Bedford train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Kings Cross to Bedford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 5.61, with average prices for this route around NZD 72.96. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Jul 25
From NZD 5.61
Sat, Jul 26
From NZD 9.42
Sun, Jul 27
From NZD 9.42
Mon, Jul 28
From NZD 9.42
Tue, Jul 29
From NZD 9.42
Wed, Jul 30
From NZD 9.42
Thu, Jul 31
From NZD 9.42

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:08 London Kings Cross	01:29 Bedford	1h 21m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:20 London Kings Cross	01:39 Bedford	1h 19m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:47 London Kings Cross	02:14 Bedford	1h 27m, Direct	Find Tickets
01:33 London Kings Cross	02:59 Bedford	1h 26m, Direct	Find Tickets
02:33 London Kings Cross	03:59 Bedford	1h 26m, Direct	Find Tickets
03:33 London Kings Cross	04:59 Paris	1h 26m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Kings Cross to Bedford train route details

First train

00:08

Last train

23:47

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Bedford

Journey time

44m

Distance

72 km

Price

NZD 5.61*

Train Operators

Thameslink, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Bedford

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London Kings Cross and Bedford on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Kings Cross to Bedford can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Kings Cross to Bedford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from London Kings Cross to Bedford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Kings Cross to Bedford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Kings Cross to Bedford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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