The cheapest and fastest buses from Bedford to Leeds
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bedford to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Leeds will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bedford for Leeds on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bedford to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€42 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bedford to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Leeds buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:55 PM Bedford | 4h10 | 9:05 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:05 PM Bedford | 4h00 | 9:05 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:35 AM Bedford | 3h45 | 10:20 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Bedford | 4h45 | 1:00 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bedford to Leeds
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bedford to Leeds start from as low as $33 (€27) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $52 (€42) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: National Express from Bedford to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Bedford to Leeds with National Express for as low as $33 (€27). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bedford to Leeds

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Royal Armouries Museum, a national museum housing a vast collection of arms and armor from across the world
- Leeds Art Gallery, featuring an extensive collection of British art from the 19th century to the present
- Roundhay Park, one of the largest city parks in Europe offering scenic landscapes and recreational activities
- Kirkstall Abbey, a well-preserved medieval Cistercian abbey set in picturesque grounds
- Harewood House, an 18th-century stately home with impressive art collections and landscaped gardens.
- Leeds City Museum, offering interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history
- Temple Newsam, a Tudor-Jacobean mansion with beautiful gardens and a working farm
- Thackray Medical Museum, exploring the history of medicine with engaging exhibits
- The Grand Theatre, hosting a variety of performances including opera, ballet, and musicals
- Victoria Quarter, a shopping area known for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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