The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Bedford
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
10 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
460 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bedford will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.
Of the 1 buses that leave Edinburgh for Bedford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 460 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 45 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, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £112.
Distance: 460 km
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£48 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price | £70 Average Price |
9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Bedford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bedford coaches for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:45 Edinburgh | 10h55 | 06:40 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:35 Edinburgh | 10h30 | 07:05 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Bedford
Buses from Edinburgh to Bedford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 460 km distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 460 km |
Average bus duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to BedfordYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Bedford with National Express for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Bedford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Bedford
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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