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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Bedford
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Bedford will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester for Bedford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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 Leicester to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 72 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Bedford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Bedford coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 Leicester | 2h50 | 13:20 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:15 Leicester | 2h15 | 21:30 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Bedford
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Buses from Leicester to Bedford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 72 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 72 km |
Average bus duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to BedfordYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Bedford with National Express for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Bedford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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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