Bus and Coach from Plymouth to Bedford: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Plymouth to Bedford

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

today

£43

tomorrow

Sunday

£57

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	9h 30m	15:30	Plymouth	Coach Station	01:00	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 15:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
National Express	10h 20m	09:15	Plymouth	Coach Station	19:35	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 09:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 20m
National Express	11h 10m	23:15	Plymouth	Coach Station	10:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£57	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 23:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 10:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
National Express	9h 20m	12:10	Plymouth	Coach Station	21:30	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£66	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 12:10:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 21:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	9h 55m	00:30	Plymouth	Coach Station	10:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£57	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 00:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 10:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
National Express	8h 50m	06:35	Plymouth	Coach Station	15:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£69	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 06:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 15:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £69 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
National Express	9h 10m	09:15	Plymouth	Coach Station	18:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£69	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 09:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £69 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
National Express	8h 50m	03:35	Plymouth	Coach Station	12:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£75	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 03:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £75 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
National Express	9h 10m	12:10	Plymouth	Coach Station	21:20	Bedford	Central Coach Station	Economy	£75	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 12:10:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 21:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £75 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Plymouth to Bedford is £39 on 15/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Plymouth and Bedford

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Plymouth to Bedford. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Plymouth and Bedford.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 3 coaches from Plymouth to Bedford, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Plymouth and Bedford, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Plymouth to Bedford

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 4 times every day by bus from Plymouth to Bedford in one click! Book your bus ticket from Plymouth to Bedford starting from £39!

Cheapest Bus	£39
Fastest Bus	8h 50m
Earliest Coach	09:15
Latest Coach	12:10
Daily Bus Connections	4 Ø
Distance	5,040.5 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Plymouth to Bedford

Every day, 4 buses from 1 coach companies leave Plymouth 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.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

£43

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

£57

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

Monday 05/01

Tuesday 06/01

Wednesday 07/01

Thursday 08/01

Friday 09/01

Saturday 10/01

Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Plymouth to Bedford

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

With a price starting from £43, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Plymouth to Bedford. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £57.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Plymouth to Bedford, with £43. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £56.

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

Beloved bus companies from Plymouth to Bedford

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

National Express from Plymouth to Bedford

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

Cheapest Price	£43
Fastest Coach	8h 50m
Earliest Coach	09:15
Last Coach	12:10
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	12/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Plymouth and Bedford

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

Coach Station

Armada Way 165

Marsh Mills

Plymouth Road 300

Port

University

Drake Circus 40

Bus Station Bretonside

Breton Side 4

Central Coach Station

Allhallows

St Johns Train station

River Street

Central Station

St Nicholas Church

Service and Comfort on the bus from Plymouth to Bedford

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

FAQs about the Plymouth to Bedford bus

How much does a Plymouth - Bedford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Plymouth - Bedford bus trip is available from £39 and takes 9h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Plymouth to Bedford is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £39 to £75. 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 Plymouth - Bedford route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Plymouth to Bedford is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bedford from Plymouth take?

The quickest coach from Plymouth to Bedford is provided by National Express and takes 8h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £75. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Plymouth to Bedford?

The earliest bus to Bedford departs from Plymouth at 09:15. 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 Plymouth to Bedford?

The latest bus to Bedford departs from Plymouth at 12:10. 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 Plymouth - Bedford route?

Passengers looking to travel from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Bedford?

You can check all the direct connections between Plymouth 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 Plymouth?

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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Bedford on your planned travel date.

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

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Plymouth and to Bedford

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