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Cheap bus tickets from Leicester to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Jan 16

Cheapest

$23

Average

$25

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

08:30PM2h29

Leicester

10:59PMBedford

$231One-way

0 transfers

07:05AM2h45

Leicester

09:50AMBedford

$231One-way

0 transfers

07:15PM2h45

Leicester

10:00PMBedford

$231One-way

0 transfers

04:00AM3h15

Leicester

07:15AMBedford

$271One-way

0 transfers

03:30PM2h30

Leicester

06:00PMBedford

$291One-way

0 transfers

Leicester to Bedford bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday, January 16

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National ExpressNational Express	03:30PM Leicester	2h30	06:00PM Bedford	0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express	08:30PM Leicester	2h29	10:59PM Bedford	0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express	07:05AM Leicester	2h45	09:50AM Bedford	0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express	07:15PM Leicester	2h45	10:00PM Bedford	0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express	04:00AM Leicester	3h15	07:15AM Bedford	0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Leicester to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Jan 16

Fastest Journey

2 h 29 m

Average

2 h 45 m

Buses per day

Distance

72 km

Of the 5 buses that leave Leicester for Bedford every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

08:30PM2h29

Leicester

10:59PMBedford

$231One-way

0 transfers

03:30PM2h30

Leicester

06:00PMBedford

$291One-way

0 transfers

07:05AM2h45

Leicester

09:50AMBedford

$231One-way

0 transfers

07:15PM2h45

Leicester

10:00PMBedford

$231One-way

0 transfers

04:00AM3h15

Leicester

07:15AMBedford

$271One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Bedford

Buses from Leicester to Bedford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€23) but you can travel from only $14 (€13) by train.

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 $14 (€13)

Distance

44 miles (71 km)

Average bus duration

2h 38m

Cheapest ticket price

$25 (€23)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

2h 15m

First bus

05:00

Last bus

22:23

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $14 (€13)

Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to Bedford

You can travel by bus from Leicester to Bedford with National Express for as low as $17 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus to Bedford from Leicester, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Leicester to Bedford bus information:

Average Duration: 2 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $17
National Express frequency: 9 a day

FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Bedford

FAQs: Take the bus from Leicester to Bedford with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Bedford.

Cheap bus tickets from Leicester to Bedford can start from as little as $25 (€23) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Leicester to Bedford is $29 (€27); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Leicester to Bedford bus travel time is 2 h 15 min for the 44 mile (71 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Leicester to Bedford leaves at 5: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Leicester to Bedford leaves at 11: 05PM.

There are 13 buses a day from Leicester 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 Leicester to Bedford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bedford. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service to Bedford from Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

A trip to Bedford from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Leicester to Bedford is October.

You have options as you can travel from Leicester to Bedford 2 different ways: train or bus.