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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Bedford
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bedford will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bristol for Bedford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 165 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 165 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Bedford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bedford coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:15 Bristol | 6h15 | 11:30 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:10 Bristol | 9h40 | 06:50 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Bedford
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Buses from Bristol to Bedford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 165 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 165 km |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
FAQs: Bristol to Bedford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
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