Bus and Coach from Edinburgh to Bedford: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Bedford

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

today

tomorrow

£27

Wednesday

Thursday

£27

Friday

Saturday

£29

Sunday

£29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 0m	10:35	Edinburgh	Central bus station	20:35	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/02/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
	National Express	10h 0m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	08:05	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/02/2026 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 0m	10:35	Edinburgh	Central bus station	20:35	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
	National Express	10h 0m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	08:05	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 0m	10:35	Edinburgh	Central bus station	20:35	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
	National Express	11h 20m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	09:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 45m	10:35	Edinburgh	Central bus station	21:20	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 21:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
	National Express	10h 0m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	08:05	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/02/2026 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Bedford is £24 on 10/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Bedford

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Bedford are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Bedford. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Bedford.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 coaches from Edinburgh to Bedford, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Bedford, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Bedford

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Bedford in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Bedford starting from £24!

Cheapest Bus	£24
Fastest Bus	10h 0m
Earliest Coach	10:35
Latest Coach	22:05
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	4,943.7 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Bedford

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Bedford: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/02/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 03/02

£27

Wednesday 04/02

Thursday 05/02

£27

Friday 06/02

Saturday 07/02

£29

Sunday 08/02

£29

Monday 09/02

Tuesday 10/02

£24

Wednesday 11/02

Thursday 12/02

Friday 13/02

Saturday 14/02

Sunday 15/02

Monday 16/02

Tuesday 17/02

Wednesday 18/02

Thursday 19/02

Friday 20/02

Saturday 21/02

Sunday 22/02

Monday 23/02

Tuesday 24/02

Wednesday 25/02

£24

Thursday 26/02

Friday 27/02

Saturday 28/02

Sunday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Bedford

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Bedford, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £24, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Bedford. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £29.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Bedford, with £27. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £27.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Bedford are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Bedford

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

National Express from Edinburgh to Bedford

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

Cheapest Price	£27
Fastest Coach	10h 0m
Earliest Coach	10:35
Last Coach	22:05
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	30/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Bedford

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

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Central Coach Station

Allhallows

Central Station

St Johns Train station

River Street

St Nicholas Church

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Bedford

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

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Bedford bus

How much does a Edinburgh - Bedford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh - Bedford bus trip is available from £24 and takes 10h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Edinburgh to Bedford is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £24 to £31. 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 Edinburgh - Bedford route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Bedford is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bedford from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Bedford is provided by National Express and takes 10h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £27. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Bedford?

The earliest bus to Bedford departs from Edinburgh at 10:35. 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 Edinburgh to Bedford?

The latest bus to Bedford departs from Edinburgh at 22:05. 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 Edinburgh - Bedford route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Bedford?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Bedford on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Edinburgh 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 2 daily trips between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Bedford?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Bedford

Economy

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

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Bedford

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh and to Bedford. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!