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Bedford to Elephant & Castle Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bedford to Elephant & Castle? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €37.12, with average prices for this route around €37.12. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
19:40 1h 15m, Changes required Bedford	20:55 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
19:48 1h 22m, Changes required Bedford	21:10 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
20:10 1h 15m, Changes required Bedford	21:25 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
20:18 1h 22m, Changes required Bedford	21:40 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
20:41 1h 14m, Changes required Bedford	21:55 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
20:48 1h 22m, Changes required Bedford	22:10 Paris	Find Tickets

Bedford to Elephant & Castle Train Route Details

First train

03:43

Last train

22:16

Departure station

Bedford

Arrival station

Elephant & Castle

Journey time

1h 9m

Distance

77 km

Price

€37.12*

Train operators

Thameslink, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bedford to Elephant & Castle

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bedford to Elephant & Castle can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bedford to Elephant & Castle, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bedford to Elephant & Castle ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Bedford to Elephant & Castle more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bedford to Elephant & Castle train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Bedford to Elephant & Castle Train prices and times

Bedford to Elephant & Castle Train Route Details