- Recommended
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery presents local history, archaeology, textiles, and fine art in a compact town-centre museum worth a careful visit.
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National Express operates all coaches services from Bedford to Blackburn.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bedford to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Bedford to Blackburn and enjoy the approximately 225 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 08:00, the last at 18:05.
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 225 km |
Average bus duration 4h 58m |
Buses per day 2 |
First bus 8:00 |
Last bus 18:05 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 Bedford to BlackburnYou can travel by bus between Bedford to Blackburn with National Express. 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
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£46
National Express frequency
2 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.
Complete guide to Blackburn
Things to do in Blackburn
Discover the best of Blackburn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackburn trip today.
- Recommended
Haworth Art Gallery
Haworth Art Gallery in Accrington shows fine and decorative art in a historic house, with attractive grounds and changing exhibitions.
The Lewis Textile Museum
The Lewis Textile Museum explores Blackburn’s cotton heritage through machinery, displays, and practical insight into the town’s industrial past.
- Recommended
Corporation Park
Corporation Park is a Victorian park with formal gardens, lakes, sports areas, and elevated views, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
- Recommended
Witton Country Park
Witton Country Park offers broad green space, woodland paths, riverside walks, and family-friendly trails on the western edge of Blackburn.
- Recommended
Roddlesworth and Tockholes
The moorland routes around Roddlesworth and Tockholes offer reservoirs, woodland, and panoramic walking country popular with local hikers.
- Gluten-free
Blackburn Curry
A spiced South Asian-style lamb or chicken curry that became a Blackburn staple through the town’s strong curry house tradition.
Meat And Potato Pie
A flaky pie filled with minced beef and potato, long favoured across Lancashire as a hearty working-class meal.
Chorley Cake
A baked suet pudding with currants, often served with custard. It is a classic Lancashire dessert still known in East Lancashire.
Exchange Coffee Company
Well-known local bakery and café for Lancashire breakfasts, pies, sandwiches, cakes, and traditional baked goods.
Mr Fred's Bar and Lounge
Contemporary restaurant at Stanley House offering British dishes in an elegant country-house setting near Blackburn.
Akbar's
Stylish Indian restaurant known for refined curries, grills, and polished service in a modern setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than in London or Manchester, and local buses are affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Blackburn Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
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- Day pass
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To the city centre
Blackburn Penny Street -> Blackburn Town Centre
- Distance
- 400 m
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Blackburn station is about 5 minutes’ walk from Blackburn Town Centre and the bus station via Railway Road.
- Check the operator app or website before travel for current fares and whether contactless payment is accepted on your route.
FAQs: Bedford to Blackburn coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Blackburn 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 Blackburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The earliest coach from Bedford to Blackburn leaves at 8:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bedford to Blackburn leaves at 18:05.
There are 2 coaches a day from Bedford to Blackburn which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bedford to Blackburn, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Blackburn. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bedford and Blackburn and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bedford to Blackburn is September.
Yes, you can take a between Bedford and Blackburn.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bedford to Blackburn:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bedford to Blackburn for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bedford to Blackburn 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 Bedford to Blackburn.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bedford to Blackburn:
- 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 Blackburn:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bedford to Blackburn.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bedford to Blackburn with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bedford to Blackburn with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bedford to Blackburn with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Blackburn
Most Bedford to Blackburn buses use the Bedford, Bus Station to Blackburn, Penny Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Blackburn 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 Blackburn
Bedford, Bus Station
City-centre transport
Getting to Bedford, Bus Station from Bedford city centre
Bus4 · 4m · £2 · every ~7 min
Blackburn, Penny Street
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