Bus and Coach from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford

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

today

£31

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

£36

Saturday

£37

Sunday

£36

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 5m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station	09:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) at 04/05/2026 01:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	6h 45m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station	08:05	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£36	A Bus from National Express goes from Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 01:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 08:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	6h 35m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station	07:55	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£37	A Bus from National Express goes from Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 01:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 07:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m

Did you know that if you travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford via Manchester, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  8h 10m
  
  0
  
  12:25
  
  Stoke-on-Trent
  Hanley Coach Station
  
  13:40
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £6
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 12:25:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
- National Express
  
  4h 45m
  
  0
  
  15:50
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  20:35
  
  Bedford
  Central Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £27
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 15:50:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Travel time is 1h 35m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 5m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station	09:25	Bedford	Central Coach Station		Economy	£36	A Bus from National Express goes from Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 01:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford is £29 on 13/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 1 times every day by bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford in one click! Book your bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford starting from £29!

Cheapest Bus	£29
Fastest Bus	6h 35m
Earliest Coach	01:20
Latest Coach	01:20
Daily Bus Connections	1 Ø
Distance	5,087.1 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford

Every day, 1 buses from 1 coach companies leave Stoke-on-Trent for Bedford: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 04/05

£31

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 06/05

Thursday 07/05

Friday 08/05

£36

Saturday 09/05

£37

Sunday 10/05

£36

Monday 11/05

£30

Tuesday 12/05

£31

Wednesday 13/05

£29

Thursday 14/05

£29

Friday 15/05

£35

Saturday 16/05

£36

Sunday 17/05

£36

Monday 18/05

£31

Tuesday 19/05

Wednesday 20/05

£29

Thursday 21/05

£30

Friday 22/05

£36

Saturday 23/05

£37

Sunday 24/05

£35

Monday 25/05

£31

Tuesday 26/05

£31

Wednesday 27/05

£31

Thursday 28/05

£30

Friday 29/05

£36

Saturday 30/05

£37

Sunday 31/05

How to save money travelling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford

These are the most booked bus companies between Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford from our users.

National Express from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford:

Cheapest Price	£31
Fastest Coach	6h 35m
Earliest Coach	01:20
Last Coach	01:20
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	10/04/2026

All bus stations and stops in Stoke-on-Trent and Bedford

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Stoke-on-Trent and Bedford.

Hanley Coach Station

Lichfield St 14

Staffordshire University

College Rd

College Road

Mayne Street

Central Coach Station

Allhallows

Central Station

St Johns Train station

River Street

St Nicholas Church

Service and Comfort on the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford

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

FAQs about the Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford bus

How much does a Stoke-on-Trent - Bedford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Stoke-on-Trent - Bedford bus trip is available from £29 and takes 8h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford?

The connection Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £29 to £37. 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 Stoke-on-Trent - Bedford route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bedford from Stoke-on-Trent take?

The quickest coach from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford is provided by National Express and takes 6h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £37. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford?

The earliest bus to Bedford departs from Stoke-on-Trent at 01:20. 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford?

The latest bus to Bedford departs from Stoke-on-Trent at 01:20. 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 Stoke-on-Trent - Bedford route?

Passengers looking to travel from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Bedford?

You can check all the direct connections between Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent?

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 Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Stoke-on-Trent to Bedford

Economy

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

More bus routes to Stoke-on-Trent and to Bedford

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