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The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$33

Average price

$39

Fastest journey

2 h 50 m

Average duration

3 h 3 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

105 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Bedford will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Birmingham for Bedford on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .

On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.

  • National Express
    5:00 PM3h20
    Birmingham
    8:20 PMBedford
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    10:25 AM3h00
    Birmingham
    1:25 PMBedford
    $411One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    11:35 AM2h50
    Birmingham
    2:25 PMBedford
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Bedford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $22.

Distance: 65 miles (105 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

$37

Average price

Cheapest

$37

Average price

$40

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 43m

Average total duration

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 33m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

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West Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

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Direct Options

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Bedford is a bus with an average price of $37 (€30).

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Bedford:

A bus is $0.28 (€0.23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Bedford costing on average $37 (€30).

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Bedford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 58m.

Other travel options to Bedford take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Bedford including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Birmingham to Bedford among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Birmingham to Bedford Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10AM
Arrival Time
07:55AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:35AM
Arrival Time
10:25AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
11:25AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
12:25PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:25AM
Arrival Time
01:25PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
01:25PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:25AM
Arrival Time
02:25PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:35AM
Arrival Time
02:25PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
02:25PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:35PM
Arrival Time
03:25PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
04:35PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:55PM
Arrival Time
04:25PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:55PM
Arrival Time
05:25PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
06:25PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:45PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:50PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:45PM
Arrival Time
09:35PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
09:30PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$32
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$41

Live departures

Birmingham to Bedford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bedford buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express10:25 AM Birmingham
3h00
1:25 PM Bedford0 transfersDirect
National Express11:35 AM Birmingham
2h50
2:25 PM Bedford0 transfersDirect
National Express5:00 PM Birmingham
3h20
8:20 PM Bedford0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Bedford

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Buses from Birmingham to Bedford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by train.

The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 2h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $22 (€18)
Distance
65 miles (105 km)
Average bus duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€24)
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
2h 25m
First bus
12:25 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $22 (€18)

Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to BedfordYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Bedford with National Express for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€24)
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Bedford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Bedford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bedford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Bedford can start from as little as $29 (€24) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Birmingham to Bedford is $37 (€30) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Birmingham to Bedford is 2h 25m to travel the 65 miles (105 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Birmingham to Bedford leaves at 12:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Birmingham to Bedford leaves at 11:45 PM.
There are 8 buses a day from Birmingham to Bedford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Birmingham to Bedford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bedford. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Bedford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Bedford from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Birmingham to Bedford is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Bedford including taking a bus and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Birmingham to Bedford for bus company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Birmingham to Bedford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Birmingham to Bedford depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Birmingham to Bedford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Birmingham to Bedford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Birmingham to Bedford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Birmingham to Bedford.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Birmingham to Bedford with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Birmingham to Bedford with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Birmingham to Bedford with the following bus company: National Express.
Since neither Birmingham nor Bedford are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Birmingham to Bedford among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Bedford, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially in crowded areas and near transportation hubs. Common scams include overcharging by unofficial taxi drivers and fraudulent ticket sellers. It's advisable to use licensed transportation services and verify ticket purchases through official channels to avoid these issues.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Bedford

Most Birmingham to Bedford buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Bedford, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Bedford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Birmingham
Arrival bus stations in Bedford

Which Birmingham station do buses to Bedford leave from?

Buses from Birmingham to Bedford leave from Birmingham, Coach Station. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Birmingham city centre at Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre

Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · $2 · every ~191 min
X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · $2 · every ~149 min

Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayBirmingham Great Charles Street Queensway, Great Charles Street Queensway 145, B3 3LT
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre

Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · $2 · every ~153 min
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre

TrainRugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Northampton, Walsall - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham New Street - Rugby, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International · 14m · $6 · every ~8 min
BusUk920, Uk025 · 25m · $1
X1 · 27m · $5 · every ~5 min
X1 · 29m · $5 · every ~5 min
X12 · 1h 10m · $5 · every ~8 min

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