✈ Bus and Coach London Gatwick Airport (LGW) - Bedford

Compare all timetables for the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford

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

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	9h 55m	23:30	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	09:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 23:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
National Express	9h 40m	23:45	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	09:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 23:45:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
National Express	5h 30m	08:55	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	14:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£44	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 08:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 14:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
National Express	5h 15m	13:20	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	18:35	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£44	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 13:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	5h 10m	15:50	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	21:00	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£44	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 15:50:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 21:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 20m	18:00	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	00:20	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 18:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 00:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	5h 35m	03:50	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	09:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 03:50:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
National Express	6h 5m	18:15	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	00:20	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 18:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 00:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	5h 50m	03:35	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	09:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 03:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	6h 30m	06:55	London Gatwick Airport	London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal	13:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 06:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford is £24 on 16/12/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between London Gatwick Airport and Bedford

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between London Gatwick Airport and Bedford.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford, while Night sees the fewest connections between London Gatwick Airport and Bedford, with only 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bedford

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 16 times every day by bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford starting from £24!

Cheapest Bus	£24
Fastest Bus	4h 15m
Earliest Coach	08:55
Latest Coach	18:15
Daily Bus Connections	16 Ø
Distance	5,278.7 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford

Every day, 16 buses from 1 coach companies leave London Gatwick Airport for Bedford: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 19/12/2025 and for the following days.

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£26

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£26

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The cheapest time to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford

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

With a price starting from £26, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £26.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford, with £26. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £43.

How to save money travelling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Bedford are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford

These are the most booked bus companies between London Gatwick Airport to Bedford from our users.

National Express from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route London Gatwick Airport to Bedford:

Cheapest Price	£26
Fastest Coach	4h 15m
Earliest Coach	08:55
Last Coach	18:15
Daily Connections	16 Ø
Found on	14/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in London Gatwick Airport and Bedford

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

London Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal

Upper Forecourt

Central Coach Station

Allhallows

St Johns Train station

River Street

Central Station

St Nicholas Church

Service and Comfort on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford

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

FAQs about the London Gatwick Airport to Bedford bus

How much does a London Gatwick Airport - Bedford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the London Gatwick Airport - Bedford route is available from £24 and takes 9h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford?

The connection London Gatwick Airport to Bedford is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £24 to £46. 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 London Gatwick Airport - Bedford route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford is offered by roughly 16 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bedford from London Gatwick Airport take?

The quickest transfer from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford is provided by National Express and takes 4h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £44. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford?

The earliest bus to Bedford departs from London Gatwick Airport at 08:55. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Bedford?

The latest bus to Bedford departs from London Gatwick Airport at 18:15. 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 London Gatwick Airport - Bedford route?

Passengers looking to travel from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport and Bedford?

You can check all the direct connections between London Gatwick Airport 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 transfer: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Bedford from London Gatwick Airport?

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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 transfer from London Gatwick Airport to Bedford on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route London Gatwick Airport to Bedford

Economy

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

More bus routes to London Gatwick Airport and to Bedford

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