Bridgwater to Bedford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bridgwater to Bedford

Showing times and prices for 30 Mar

Cheapest price

£55

Average price

£55

Fastest journey

6 h 17 m

Average duration

6 h 43 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

208 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bridgwater to Bedford will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.

Fast coaches

To travel from Bridgwater to Bedford you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • National Express
    02:506h32
    Bridgwater
    09:22Bedford
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    05:106h17
    Bridgwater
    11:27Bedford
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    08:207h07
    Bridgwater
    15:27Bedford
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    13:456h57
    Bridgwater
    20:42Bedford
    £551One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bridgwater to Bedford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £70. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, and a train costs an average of £86.

Distance: 208 km

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Train

£72

Average Price

Cheapest

£87

Average Price

5h 21m

Average total duration

4h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 50m

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Live departures

Bridgwater to Bedford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to Bedford coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 29 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express02:50 Bridgwater
6h32
09:22 Bedford2 changes
national_express05:10 Bridgwater
6h17
11:27 Bedford2 changes
national_express08:20 Bridgwater
7h07
15:27 Bedford2 changes
national_express13:45 Bridgwater
6h57
20:42 Bedford2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Bridgwater to Bedford coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Bridgwater to Bedford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bridgwater to Bedford.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bridgwater to Bedford.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bridgwater to Bedford.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bridgwater to Bedford

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Buses from Bridgwater to Bedford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £70 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 16:55. The fastest coach covers the 208 km distance in 7h 35m.

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
208 km
Average bus duration
4h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£70
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
7h 35m
First bus
02:30
Last bus
16:55
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 Bridgwater to BedfordYou can travel by bus between Bridgwater to Bedford with National Express for as low as £70. 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
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
£70
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.
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FAQs: Bridgwater to Bedford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater to Bedford 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 Bedford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bridgwater to Bedford can start from as little as £70 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bridgwater to Bedford is £72; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bridgwater to Bedford is 7h 35m to travel the 208 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bridgwater to Bedford leaves at 2:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bridgwater to Bedford leaves at 16:55.
There are 5 coaches a day from Bridgwater to Bedford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bridgwater to Bedford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bedford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bridgwater and Bedford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Bedford from Bridgwater is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bridgwater to Bedford is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bridgwater and Bedford including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bridgwater to Bedford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bridgwater to Bedford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bridgwater to Bedford 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 Bridgwater to Bedford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bridgwater to Bedford:
  • 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 Bridgwater to Bedford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bridgwater to Bedford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bridgwater to Bedford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bridgwater to Bedford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bridgwater to Bedford with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and Bedford

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Bedford
The major coach station for departures in Bridgwater is Bridgwater, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgwater, Bus Station for your trip from Bridgwater to Bedford.
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