Haywards Heath to Bedford by train

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Overview: trains from Haywards Heath to Bedford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Haywards Heath to Bedford, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:03 View journey
Last train 23:26 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 49m View journey
Distance (km) 129
Trains / day 47 View all
Cheapest journey AU$36.50 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 5m
Train operators 1

Travelling by train from Haywards Heath to Bedford

Ready to travel from Haywards Heath to Bedford by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Haywards Heath and Bedford

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$36.50

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Haywards Heath to Bedford train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Haywards Heath to Bedford is at 06:03 and the last is at 23:26. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:16 and the last one is at 22:19. You can expect 47 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 20 minutes.

How long does the train from Haywards Heath to Bedford take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 49 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 129 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Haywards Heath and Bedford?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

More information on train travel from Haywards Heath to Bedford

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Bedford city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Haywards Heath to Bedford

Want to know more about your journey from Haywards Heath to Bedford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Haywards Heath to Bedford covers 129 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.