The cheapest and fastest coaches from Loughborough to Bedford
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Loughborough to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Bedford will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
To travel from Loughborough to Bedford you need to make at least one change.
NX440 · UCX57:103h45Loughborough, University10:55Bedford, Bus Station£231One-way1 change
NX440 · UCX515:403h25Loughborough, University19:05Bedford, Bus Station£231One-way1 change
NX440 · UCX57:153h40Loughborough, The Rushes10:55Bedford, Bus Station£241One-way1 change
NX440 · UCX515:453h20Loughborough, The Rushes19:05Bedford, Bus Station£241One-way1 change
NX440 · UCX515:453h20Loughborough, The Rushes19:05Bedford, Bus Station£241One-way1 change
NX440 · UCX515:403h25Loughborough, University19:05Bedford, Bus Station£231One-way1 change
NX440 · UCX57:153h40Loughborough, The Rushes10:55Bedford, Bus Station£241One-way1 change
NX440 · UCX57:103h45Loughborough, University10:55Bedford, Bus Station£231One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Loughborough to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Bedford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 86 km
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Loughborough to Bedford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Bedford coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX440 · UCX5 | On time 7:10 Loughborough, University | 3h45 | 10:55 Bedford, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · UCX5 | On time 7:15 Loughborough, The Rushes | 3h40 | 10:55 Bedford, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · UCX5 | On time 15:40 Loughborough, University | 3h25 | 19:05 Bedford, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · UCX5 | On time 15:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 3h20 | 19:05 Bedford, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Loughborough to Bedford
Buses from Loughborough to Bedford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 07:10, the last at 19:15. The fastest coach covers the 86 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 86 km |
Average bus duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 7:10 |
Last bus 19:15 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: National Express from Loughborough to BedfordYou can travel by bus between Loughborough to Bedford with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Loughborough to Bedford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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