Bedford to Manchester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bedford to Manchester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€39
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€46
Fastest journey on Nov 02
4 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
4 h 18 m
Buses on Nov 02
10
Distance
191 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bedford to Manchester will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.

Fast buses

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

  • National ExpressUCX5 · NX540
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressUCX5 · NX540
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressUCX5 · NX541
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressUCX5 · NX541
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressUCX5 · NX541
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bedford to Manchester

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Buses from Bedford to Manchester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 191 km distance in 3h 15m.

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
Distance
191 km
Average bus duration
3h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
€32
Buses per day
11
Fastest bus
3h 15m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
7 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Bedford to Manchester trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bedford to Manchester.

Cheap coach tickets from Bedford to Manchester can start from as little as €32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bedford to Manchester is €42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Bedford to Manchester leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bedford to Manchester leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 11 coaches a day from Bedford to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Bedford to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Manchester buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressUCX5 · NX5412:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station
4h55
7:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressUCX5 · NX5403:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station
4h10
7:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressUCX5 · NX5404:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station
4h20
8:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressUCX5 · NX5405:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station
4h15
9:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressUCX5 · NX5406:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station
4h30
10:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressUCX5 · NX5407:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station
4h40
11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
Monday, November 2
National ExpressUCX5 · NX5407:35 AM Bedford, Bus Station
4h35
12:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressUCX5 · NX5409:15 AM Bedford, Bus Station
4h35
1:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressUCX5 · NX54010:15 AM Bedford, Bus Station
4h25
2:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressUCX5 · NX54111:15 AM Bedford, Bus Station
4h50
4:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressUCX5 · NX54012:15 PM Bedford, Bus Station
4h15
4:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station1 transfer

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Why should you book Bedford to Manchester buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Bedford to Manchester.
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Bus providers: National Express from Bedford to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Bedford to Manchester with National Express for as low as €32. 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 National Express Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest National Express Price
€32
National Express frequency
11 a day
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.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bedford and Manchester

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Bedford to Manchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bedford and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bedford to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bedford to Manchester for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bedford to Manchester depends on the coach 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 coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bedford to Manchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bedford to Manchester:
  • 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 coach ticket from Bedford to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bedford to Manchester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bedford to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bedford to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bedford to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from Bedford to Manchester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bedford and Manchester including taking a bus, train, and flight.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bedford to Manchester

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

Departure bus stations in Bedford
Arrival bus stations in Manchester
Bedford, Bus Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Bedford, Bus Station from Bedford city centre

Bus4 · 4m · €2 · every ~7 min

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