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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 17 m
Buses on 18 Sept
13
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) you need to make at least one change.
UCX5 · NX4407:352h45Bedford, Bus Station10:20Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£251One-way1 change- UCX5 · NX2309:152h20Bedford, Bus Station11:35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£251One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX23014:452h20Bedford, Bus Station17:05Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£251One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX2308:152h15Bedford, Bus Station10:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£251One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX23018:052h50Bedford, Bus Station20:55Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£251One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX23019:552h10Bedford, Bus Station22:05Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£251One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX2308:152h15Bedford, Bus Station10:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£251One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX2309:152h20Bedford, Bus Station11:35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£251One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX23014:452h20Bedford, Bus Station17:05Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£251One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX24010:152h20Bedford, Bus Station12:35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 70 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI):
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Leicester station (LEI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 40m.
Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.28. The journey takes 1h 40m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:35 Bedford station (BDM) | 2h45 | 10:20 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:15 Bedford station (BDM) | 2h20 | 17:35 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:15 Bedford station (BDM) | 2h20 | 18:35 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI)
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Buses from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 18:55. The fastest coach covers the 70 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 70 km |
Average bus duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 6:15 |
Last bus 18:55 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: National Express from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI)You can travel by bus between Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford station (BDM) to Leicester station (LEI) 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 Leicester station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- 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.
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