Cheap bus tickets from Oxford to Bedford
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Oxford to Bedford Bus Schedule
Bus from Oxford to Bedford: Journey Information
There are 22 intercity buses per day from Oxford to Bedford. Traveling by bus from Oxford to Bedford usually takes around 2 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 43 mi (69 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $14.97 |
| Trips per day | 22 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Oxford to Bedford?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Oxford to Bedford. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 22 | 2h 35m | $15.21 |
Book National Express from Oxford to Bedford from $15. There are 22 trips per day offered by National Express from Oxford to Bedford and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Bedford. In Oxford, National Express departs to Bedford from Bus Station . In Bedford, National Express arrives at Bus Sta Stop N .
An average trip on National Express from Oxford to Bedford takes 2 hours and 35 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Bedford in 2 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 15 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bedford.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Oxford to Bedford
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 43 miles from Oxford to Bedford. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Oxford to Bedford, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Oxford
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Although Oxford is probably best known for its world-class university and the famous Bodleian library, there is much more to the city than just academia. On a sunny day, take a punt down the River Cherwell at the Cherwell Boathouse, but make sure to book in advance if you'd like a chauffeur.
If the weather is less favorable, visit the famous Oxford Covered Market, where you can wander through over 55 shops in the 18th-century building. Oxford is also home to several museums, including the famous Ashmolean Museum that has been around since 1683. The Ashmolean mainly showcases art and archaeology; however, if that's not your style, alternatives include the Museum of Natural History or the Museum of History and Science.
If you'd prefer to experience history first-hand, visit Oxford Castle, a building that has been in existence for over 1,000 years. Guided tours are available where you can hear stories of the castle's inhabitants and its fascinating history.
National Express and Megabus provide access to Oxford from London and other cities, while frequent train service is also available.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Oxford?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Oxford.
All bus stations in Oxford:
Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Bedford?
Main arrival station: Bus Sta Stop N
All buses from Oxford arrive at one main station in Bedford.
All bus stations in Bedford:
Bus Sta Stop N
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Bedford to Oxford?
Search Bus Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.