Bradford to Bedford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bradford to Bedford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€47

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€47

Fastest journey on Sep 20

4 h 50 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

5 h 22 m

Buses on Sep 20

3

Distance

204 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bradford to Bedford will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.

Fast buses

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

  • National ExpressNX561 · UCX5
    5:35 AM4h50
    Bradford, Nelson Street N2
    10:25 AMBedford, Bus Station
    €471One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX561 · UCX5
    1:50 PM5h30
    Bradford, Nelson Street N2
    7:20 PMBedford, Bus Station
    €471One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX561 · UCX5
    6:35 PM5h45
    Bradford, Nelson Street N2
    12:20 AMBedford, Bus Station
    €471One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bradford to Bedford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, while a train costs an average of €108.

Distance: 204 km

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Driving

€47

Average price

Cheapest

€108

Average price

€47

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 47m

Average total duration

4h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 58m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bradford to Bedford is a bus with an average price of €47.

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

A bus is €61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford to Bedford costing on average €108.

The fastest way to travel from Bradford to Bedford is by train with an average journey time of 3h 17m.

Other travel options to Bedford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 17m.

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

Live departures

Bradford to Bedford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Bedford buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX561 · UCX55:35 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2
4h50
10:25 AM Bedford, Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX561 · UCX51:50 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2
5h45
7:35 PM Bedford, Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX561 · UCX56:35 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2
4h55
11:30 PM Bedford, Bus Station1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Bradford to Bedford buses with Omio?

National Express as well as First Bradford offer buses services from Bradford to Bedford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bradford to Bedford.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of First Bradford to find the best option for your trip from Bradford to Bedford.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bradford to Bedford.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bradford to Bedford

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Buses from Bradford to Bedford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €47 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 204 km distance in 4h 50m.

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
204 km
Average bus duration
4h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
€47
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
1:55 AM
Last bus
11:15 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
2 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

Bus providers: National Express, First Bradford from Bradford to BedfordYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Bedford with National Express, First Bradford for as low as €47. 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
4h 50m
Cheapest National Express Price
€47
National Express frequency
5 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.
Learn more about National Express

First Bradford

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average First Bradford Duration
4h 39m
First Bradford frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Bus from Bradford to Bedford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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 coach tickets from Bradford to Bedford can start from as little as €47 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bradford to Bedford is €47; 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 coach from Bradford to Bedford is 4h 5m to travel the 204 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bradford to Bedford leaves at 1:55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bradford to Bedford leaves at 11:15 PM.
There are 2 coaches a day from Bradford to Bedford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bradford to Bedford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bedford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bradford and Bedford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Bedford from Bradford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bradford to Bedford is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bradford and Bedford including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bradford to Bedford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bradford to Bedford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bradford to Bedford 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 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bradford to Bedford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bradford 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 coach ticket from Bradford to Bedford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bradford to Bedford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bradford to Bedford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bradford to Bedford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bradford to Bedford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bradford to Bedford

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

Departure bus stations in Bradford
Arrival bus stations in Bedford
Bradford, Interchange StationBradford Interchange, Bradford BD1 1TU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bradford, Interchange Station from Bradford city centre

Bus662, 820, 864 · 6m · €3 · every ~13 min

Bradford, Interchange Station bus station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: A small café and fast-food outlet are available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi is provided throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are available next to the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bradford, Interchange Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bradford, Interchange Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford, Interchange Station: The station is fully accessible with elevators and ramps.

Most popular bus connections from Bradford

Bus Bradford - London
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