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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bedford to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bedford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Birmingham will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bedford for Birmingham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
11:152h30Bedford13:45Birmingham£251One-way0 changes- 10:152h25Bedford12:40Birmingham£271One-way0 changes
- 10:152h25Bedford12:40Birmingham£271One-way0 changes
- 11:152h30Bedford13:45Birmingham£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bedford to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 £7, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 105 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Birmingham coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UCX5 · NX707 | 7:35 Bedford, Bus Station | 3h55 | 11:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| UCX5 · NX590 | 9:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 2h55 | 12:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| UCX5 · NX541 | 11:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 2h25 | 13:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| UCX5 · NX541 | 14:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 2h30 | 16:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| UCX5 · NX541 | 15:45 Bedford, Bus Station | 2h45 | 18:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| UCX5 · NX541 | 16:45 Bedford, Bus Station | 2h30 | 19:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| UCX5 · NX541 | 18:05 Bedford, Bus Station | 2h50 | 20:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| UCX5 · NX541 | 19:55 Bedford, Bus Station | 2h20 | 22:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bedford to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bedford to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 105 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 105 km |
Average bus duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Bedford to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Bedford to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bedford to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Birmingham
Most Bedford to Birmingham buses use the Bedford, Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bedford, Bus Station from Bedford city centre
Which Birmingham station do buses from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
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