The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bedford to Barnsley
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bedford to Barnsley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Barnsley will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Bedford to Barnsley you need to make at least one change.
9:153h50Bedford13:05Barnsley£351One-way1 change
9:153h50Bedford13:05Barnsley£351One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bedford to Barnsley
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Barnsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bedford to Barnsley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Barnsley coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:15 Bedford | 3h50 | 13:05 Barnsley | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bedford to Barnsley by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bedford to Barnsley
Buses from Bedford to Barnsley run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:05, the last at 18:00. The fastest coach covers the 172 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 172 km |
Average bus duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 5:05 |
Last bus 18:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Bedford to BarnsleyYou can travel by bus between Bedford to Barnsley with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bedford to Barnsley coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Barnsley by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barnsley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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