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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Derby to Bedford from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£22
tomorrow
£22
Wednesday
£22
Thursday
£22
Friday
£23
Saturday
£23
Sunday
£23

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 10:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 20m 07:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 45m 09:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 30m 12:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 16:35 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 40m 02:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 08:05 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 5h 15m 04:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 10:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 20m 07:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 45m 09:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 40m 02:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 08:05 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 5h 15m 04:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 10:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 20m 07:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 45m 09:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 40m 02:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 08:05 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 5h 15m 04:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 10:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 20m 07:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 45m 09:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 40m 02:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 08:05 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 5h 15m 04:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 10:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 20m 07:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 45m 09:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 15m 02:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 07:55 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 55m 04:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 25m 06:00 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 10:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 50m 07:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 12:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 45m 09:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 55m 04:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 25m 06:00 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 10:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 50m 07:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 12:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 45m 09:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 10m 12:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 16:25 Bedford Central Coach Station  Economy £23

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Derby to Bedford is £22 on 03/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Derby and Bedford

See here how frequent the connections between Derby and Bedford are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Derby to Bedford. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Derby and Bedford.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 16 coaches from Derby to Bedford, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Derby and Bedford, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Derby to Bedford

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Derby to Bedford in one click! Book your bus ticket from Derby to Bedford starting from £22!

Cheapest Bus £22
Fastest Bus 4h 10m
Earliest Coach 05:40
Latest Coach 12:15
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 5,134.9 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Derby to Bedford

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Derby for Bedford: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
£22
Tuesday 04/08
£22
Wednesday 05/08
£22
Thursday 06/08
£22
Friday 07/08
£23
Saturday 08/08
£23
Sunday 09/08
£23
Monday 10/08
£22
Tuesday 11/08
£22
Wednesday 12/08
£22
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
£23
Saturday 15/08
£23
Sunday 16/08
£23
Monday 17/08
£22
Tuesday 18/08
£22
Wednesday 19/08
£22
Thursday 20/08
£22
Friday 21/08
£23
Saturday 22/08
£23
Sunday 23/08
Monday 24/08
£22
Tuesday 25/08
£22
Wednesday 26/08
£22
Thursday 27/08
£22
Friday 28/08
£23
Saturday 29/08
£23
Sunday 30/08

The cheapest time to travel from Derby to Bedford

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Derby to Bedford, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £22, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Derby to Bedford. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £23.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to Bedford, with £22. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £22.

How to save money travelling from Derby to Bedford

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Derby to Bedford in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Derby to Bedford, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Derby to Bedford are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Derby to Bedford

These are the most booked bus companies between Derby to Bedford from our users.

National Express from Derby to Bedford

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Derby to Bedford:

Cheapest Price £22
Fastest Coach 4h 10m
Earliest Coach 05:40
Last Coach 12:15
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 09/07/2026

All bus stations and stops in Derby and Bedford

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Derby and Bedford.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Derby to Bedford

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Derby to Bedford? Or which bus companies serve the route Derby to Bedford? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Derby to Bedford bus

How much does a Derby - Bedford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Derby - Bedford bus trip is available from £22 and takes 4h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Derby to Bedford?

The connection Derby to Bedford is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £22 to £23. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Derby - Bedford route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Derby to Bedford is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bedford from Derby take?

The quickest coach from Derby to Bedford is provided by National Express and takes 4h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £23. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Derby to Bedford?

The earliest bus to Bedford departs from Derby at 05:40. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Derby to Bedford?

The latest bus to Bedford departs from Derby at 12:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Derby - Bedford route?

Passengers looking to travel from Derby to Bedford can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Bedford?

You can check all the direct connections between Derby and Bedford by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Bedford from Derby?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Derby Bedford bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Derby Bedford bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Derby to Bedford on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Derby to Bedford?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Derby and Bedford. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Derby to Bedford?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Derby and Bedford change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Derby to Bedford

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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