Bradford to Bedford bus with National Express

Thu, Feb 05
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bradford to Bedford

Showing times and prices for Feb 05

Cheapest price

€33

Average price

€40

Fastest journey

4 h 35 m

Average duration

8 h 55 m

Buses per day

2

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 €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Bradford for Bedford on Thu, Feb 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Feb 05 the direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .

On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest buses will take 13 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus
10:15PM13h15
Bradford
11:30AMBedford
€331One-way
0 transfers
National Express
05:20PM4h35
Bradford
09:55PMBedford
€471One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Bradford to Bedford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a train costs an average of €51.

Distance: 204 km

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Train

€48

Average price

Cheapest

€96

Average price

4h 31m

Average total duration

4h 1m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 50m

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30m

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Live departures

Bradford to Bedford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Bedford buses for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:53 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station
10h30
9:45 AM Bedford1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:15 PM Bradford, Interchange Station
13h10
12:25 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)1 transfer
Thursday, February 5
national_express5:20 PM Bradford
4h35
9:55 PM Bedford0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus10:15 PM Bradford
13h15
11:30 AM Bedford0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bradford to Bedford

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Buses from Bradford to Bedford run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €42 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 35m.

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 1m
Cheapest ticket price
€42
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
4h 35m
First bus
01:55
Last bus
23:15
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 from Bradford to BedfordYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Bedford with National Express for as low as €42. 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 Duration
4h 35m
Cheapest Price
€42
National Express frequency
1 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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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 €42 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bradford to Bedford is €48; 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 35m 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 1 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 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bradford to Bedford is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bradford and Bedford including taking a train and bus.
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.

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Popular bus stations from Bradford to Bedford

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The major bus station for departures in Bradford is Bradford, Interchange Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bradford, Interchange Station for your trip from Bradford to Bedford.
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