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Swanley to Bedford Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Swanley to Bedford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €47.05, with average prices for this route around €48.94.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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05:41
2h 11m, Changes required
Swanley
07:52
Bedford
Thameslink
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06:11
2h 11m, Changes required
Swanley
08:22
Bedford
Thameslink
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06:35
1h 54m, Changes required
Swanley
08:29
Bedford
SoutheasternEast Midlands Railway
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06:48
1h 49m, Changes required
Swanley
08:37
Bedford
SoutheasternThameslink
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07:05
1h 55m, Changes required
Swanley
09:00
Bedford
SoutheasternEast Midlands Railway
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07:18
1h 49m, Changes required
Swanley
09:07
Paris
SoutheasternThameslink
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Swanley to Bedford Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:34
Last train
Last train
23:54
Departure station
Departure station
Swanley
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bedford
Journey time
Journey time
1h 38m
Distance
Distance
94 km
Price
Price
€47.05*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Swanley to Bedford

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Swanley to Bedford can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Swanley 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%

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 Swanley to Bedford, 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%

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 Swanley to Bedford 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Swanley to Bedford 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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