The cheapest and fastest buses from Bedford to London
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bedford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to London will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
It's difficult to get from Bedford to London without transferring at least once.
UCX5 · NX540
UCX5 · NX540
UCX5 · NX540
UCX5 · NX540
UCX5 · NX540
UCX5 · NX540
UCX5 · NX540
UCX5 · NX440
UCX5 · NX422
UCX5 · NX540Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bedford to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 73 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€25 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bedford to London bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UCX5 · NX440 | 4:05 AM Bedford, Bus Station | 2h45 | 6:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX440 | 5:05 AM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h15 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX455 | 5:05 AM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h15 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 7:05 AM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h15 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 8:15 AM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h05 | 11:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX440 | 8:15 AM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h05 | 11:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 9:15 AM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h05 | 12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 10:15 AM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h05 | 1:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 11:15 AM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h05 | 2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 12:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 2h50 | 3:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX550 | 1:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h05 | 4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX450 | 1:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h05 | 4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 1:45 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h05 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 2:45 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 2h55 | 5:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 3:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h15 | 6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX440 | 4:45 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 3h05 | 7:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 6:05 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 2h55 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 6:55 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 2h45 | 9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 7:55 PM Bedford, Bus Station | 2h30 | 10:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bedford to London
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 36m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bedford to LondonYou can travel by bus between Bedford to London with National Express for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bedford to London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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