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Bedford to Manchester bus with National Express

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Cheap coach tickets from Bedford to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bedford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

National Express
15:154h10
Bedford
19:25Manchester
£371One-way
0 changes
National Express
16:153h50
Bedford
20:05Manchester
£381One-way
0 changes
National Express
17:554h05
Bedford
22:00Manchester
£381One-way
0 changes
National Express
19:554h00
Bedford
23:55Manchester
£381One-way
0 changes

Bedford to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday 14 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
National ExpressNational Express15:15 Bedford4h10 19:25 Manchester0 changesDirect
National ExpressNational Express19:55 Bedford4h00 23:55 Manchester0 changesDirect
National ExpressNational Express17:55 Bedford4h05 22:00 Manchester0 changesDirect
National ExpressNational Express16:15 Bedford3h50 20:05 Manchester0 changesDirect

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Bus times from Bedford to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Fastest Journey

3 h 50 m

Average

4 h 1 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

191 km

Of the 4 buses that leave Bedford for Manchester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

National Express
16:153h50
Bedford
20:05Manchester
£381One-way
0 changes
National Express
19:554h00
Bedford
23:55Manchester
£381One-way
0 changes
National Express
17:554h05
Bedford
22:00Manchester
£381One-way
0 changes
National Express
15:154h10
Bedford
19:25Manchester
£371One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bedford to Manchester

Buses from Bedford to Manchester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
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
191 km
Average bus duration
4h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Buses per day
11
Bus providers
1
Fastest bus
3h 50m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:40
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

Coach companies: National Express Bedford to Manchester

For as little as £30 you can travel by coach from Bedford to Manchester with National Express. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Bedford - Manchester coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Bedford to Manchester coach information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: £30

FAQs: Bedford to Manchester coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Bedford to Manchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Bedford to Manchester.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bedford to Manchester can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bedford to Manchester is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bedford to Manchester coach travel time is 3 h 55 min   for the 118 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bedford to Manchester leaves at 00: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bedford to Manchester leaves at 23: 40.
There are 12 coaches a day from Bedford to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Bedford to Manchester coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey from Bedford to Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Manchester from Bedford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bedford to Manchester is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bedford and Manchester including taking a train, coach or flight.

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