4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Bedford
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
10 h 28 m
Buses per day
4
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 £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 4 buses that leave Edinburgh 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 460 km distance in an average of 10 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 20 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.
21:3510h30Edinburgh8:05Bedford£291One-way0 changes- 10:3510h00Edinburgh20:35Bedford£371One-way0 changes
- 9:3510h00Edinburgh19:35Bedford£371One-way0 changes
- 21:0511h20Edinburgh8:25Bedford£651One-way0 changes
- 10:3510h00Edinburgh20:35Bedford£371One-way0 changes
- 9:3510h00Edinburgh19:35Bedford£371One-way0 changes
- 21:3510h30Edinburgh8:05Bedford£291One-way0 changes
- 21:0511h20Edinburgh8:25Bedford£651One-way0 changes
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 £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 460 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price | £45 Average Price |
9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Bedford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bedford coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 21:40 Edinburgh | 13h00 | 10:40 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Bedford.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Bedford.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Bedford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Bedford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
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 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Edinburgh to BedfordYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Bedford with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £19. 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Bedford
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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