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Find best prices from Swanley to Bedford

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Swanley to Bedford, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

NZD 95.74

Wed12Nov

NZD 95.74

Thu13Nov

NZD 95.74

Fri14Nov

NZD 95.74

Sat15Nov

NZD 95.74

Sun16Nov

NZD 95.74

Mon17Nov

NZD 95.74

Tue18Nov

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Swanley to Bedford train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Swanley to Bedford, starting from NZD 95.74 and averaging NZD 99.57. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 38m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
19:48 2h 4m, No direct Swanley	21:52 Bedford	Find Tickets
19:49 2h 6m, No direct Swanley	21:55 Bedford	Find Tickets
20:11 2h 11m, No direct Swanley	22:22 Bedford	Find Tickets
20:48 1h 48m, No direct Swanley	22:36 Bedford	Find Tickets
20:49 2h 7m, No direct Swanley	22:56 Bedford	Find Tickets
21:11 2h 11m, No direct Swanley	23:22 Paris	Find Tickets

Swanley to Bedford train route details

First train

04:34

Last train

23:54

Departure station

Swanley

Arrival station

Bedford

Journey time

1h 38m

Distance

59 miles

Price

NZD 95.74*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Swanley 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 Swanley 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Swanley to Bedford, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often 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 Swanley to Bedford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Swanley to Bedford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Swanley to Bedford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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