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Cheap bus tickets from London to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest

$32

Average

$32

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

Cheapest

07:30AM3h00

London, Victoria Coach Station

10:30AMBedford, Greenhill Street

$321One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

01:00PM3h00

London, Victoria Coach Station

04:00PMBedford, Greenhill Street

$321One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

07:30AM3h00

London, Victoria Coach Station

10:30AMBedford, Greenhill Street

$321One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

05:00PM3h00

London, Victoria Coach Station

08:00PMBedford, Greenhill Street

$321One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

11:00AM3h00

London, Victoria Coach Station

02:00PMBedford, Greenhill Street

$321One-way

1 transfer

London to Bedford bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express NX440	06:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	09:30AM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX450	07:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	10:30AM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	07:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	10:30AM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX440	07:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	10:30AM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	08:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h30	12:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	09:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h30	01:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX550	11:00AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	02:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	11:00AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	02:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX450	11:00AM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	02:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	12:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	03:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX450	01:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	04:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	01:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	04:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	02:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	05:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	03:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	06:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX550	03:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	06:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	04:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	07:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	05:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	08:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX440	05:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	3h00	08:00PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	06:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	08:55PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX550	06:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	08:55PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX440	07:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	09:55PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	07:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	09:55PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX540	08:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	10:55PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
National Express NX550	08:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	2h55	10:55PM Bedford, Greenhill Street	1 transfer
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Bus times from London to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Fastest Journey

2 h 55 m

Average

3 h 1 m

Buses per day

Distance

73 km

It's difficult to get from London to Bedford without transferring at least once.

Fastest

07:00PM2h55

London, Victoria Coach Station

09:55PMBedford, Greenhill Street

$331One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

07:00PM2h55

London, Victoria Coach Station

09:55PMBedford, Greenhill Street

$391One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

06:00PM2h55

London, Victoria Coach Station

08:55PMBedford, Greenhill Street

$391One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

08:00PM2h55

London, Victoria Coach Station

10:55PMBedford, Greenhill Street

$391One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

06:00PM2h55

London, Victoria Coach Station

08:55PMBedford, Greenhill Street

$391One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Bedford

Buses from London to Bedford run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) 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 $7 (€6)

Distance

45 miles (73 km)

Average bus duration

2h 53m

Cheapest ticket price

$8 (€7)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

1h 30m

First bus

00:03

Last bus

23:58

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $7 (€6)

Bus companies: National Express, East Midlands Trains and Thameslink from London to Bedford

National Express, East Midlands Trains and Thameslink buses will get you from London to Bedford from $12 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

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 from London to Bedford, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Bus information from London to Bedford with National Express:

Average Duration: 2 h 29 min
Cheapest Price: $24

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

London to Bedford bus information with East Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 35 min
Cheapest Price: $12

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

London to Bedford bus information with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 51 min
Cheapest Price: $25
Thameslink frequency: 34 a day

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Bus information from London to Bedford with West Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 1 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: $26

Buses from London to Bedford: Journey Details

Catching buses from London to Bedford is quick and simple. Regular connections between the two cities are provided by National Express, which offers at least 10 journey options every day. All National Express services require a brief change in Milton Keynes, which is only a few minutes away from Bedford by bus. The quickest journey time is just over 2 hours 15 minutes. The earliest departure is at 7:30 a.m., and the last bus to Bedford leaves at 9:30 p.m.

Taking the Bus from London

Any buses from London to Bedford depart from London Victoria Coach Station. Victoria is situated on London's subway network, making it easy to reach from all corners of the city. Take the Northern Line from the north, the Victoria Line from the east, or the District Line from the west. Those coming from the centre of London can catch the 73 bus (which runs 24 hours a day), and overground rail connections link buses from London to Bedford with locations on the south bank of the River Thames. For very early or late buses, the best option will be a pre-booked cab, although night buses are usually available too.

Getting into Bedford by Bus

With hundreds of years of history and lovely countryside nearby, Bedford is a great destination if you need to relax. Learn about famous local writer John Bunyan or enjoy the fresh air at the home of poet Willam Cowper in Olney. All buses to Bedford arrive at the town's new bus station, located in the All Hallows district. To get from there to the historic centre, simply use the pedestrianised city centre streets. To get to Olney, catch the 41 bus, which takes about 20 minutes.

FAQs: Bus from London to Bedford

FAQs: Take the bus from London 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 London to Bedford.

Cheap bus tickets from London to Bedford can start from as little as $8 (€7) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London to Bedford is $27 (€24); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London to Bedford bus travel time is 1 h 30 min for the 45 mile (73 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from London to Bedford leaves at 12: 03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from London to Bedford leaves at 11: 58 PM.

There are 11 buses a day from London 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 London 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 to Bedford from London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

A day trip to Bedford from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

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

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Bedford including taking a train or bus.