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Heathrow Terminal 4 to Bedford train prices and times

Looking to travel from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Bedford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £ 43.00, with average prices for this route around £ 59.30.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
11:03 2h 49m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 4 Buses	13:52 Bedford	London Overground	Find Tickets
11:15 2h 7m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 4	13:22 Bedford	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:30 1h 55m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 4	13:25 Bedford	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:30 2h 6m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 4	13:36 Bedford	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:30 3h 1m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 4 Buses	14:31 Bedford St Johns	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
11:33 2h 49m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 4 Buses	14:22 Paris	London Overground	Find Tickets

Heathrow Terminal 4 to Bedford train route details

First train

05:20

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Heathrow Terminal 4

Arrival station

Bedford

Journey time

1h 55m

Distance

76 km

Price

£ 43.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Elizabeth line

How to book cheap train tickets from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Bedford

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 Heathrow Terminal 4 to Bedford can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Heathrow Terminal 4 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%

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 Heathrow Terminal 4 to Bedford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Bedford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Heathrow Terminal 4 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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Heathrow Terminal 4 to Bedford train prices and times

Heathrow Terminal 4 to Bedford train route details