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

today

$41

tomorrow

$38

Sunday

Monday

$38

Tuesday

$38

Wednesday

$38

Thursday

$38

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 50m	4:15 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	8:05 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 4:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	3h 55m	6:05 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	10:00 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 6:05:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	4h 5m	8:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	12:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
National Express	4h 15m	10:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	2:30 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
National Express	5h 20m	11:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	4:35 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 11:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	4h 45m	4:15 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	9:00 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 4:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
National Express	4h 50m	1:15 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	6:05 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 1:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
National Express	4h 45m	2:15 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	7:00 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 2:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
National Express	4h 20m	3:15 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	7:35 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 3:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
National Express	4h 20m	5:25 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	9:45 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 5:25:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 55m	10:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	2:10 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 10:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	4h 10m	3:45 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	7:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 3:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
National Express	4h 35m	4:45 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	9:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
National Express	3h 55m	6:05 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	10:00 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 6:05:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	4h 0m	7:55 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	11:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 7:55:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 55m	10:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	2:10 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 10:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	4h 35m	11:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	3:50 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 11:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
National Express	4h 35m	4:45 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	9:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 4:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
National Express	4h 0m	7:55 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	11:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 7:55:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	4h 5m	8:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	12:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 8:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	4h 5m	8:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	12:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 8:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
National Express	3h 55m	10:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	2:10 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	4h 40m	12:15 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	4:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
National Express	4h 15m	2:45 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	7:00 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 2:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
National Express	4h 10m	3:45 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	7:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 3:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 55m	10:15 AM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	2:10 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 10:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	4h 40m	12:15 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	4:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 12:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
National Express	4h 20m	1:45 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	6:05 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 1:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
National Express	4h 35m	4:45 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	9:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 4:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
National Express	3h 55m	6:05 PM	Bedford	Central Bus Station	10:00 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Bus Station, Bedford (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 6:05:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bedford to Manchester is $38 on 12/6/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bedford and Manchester

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

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily buses from Bedford to Manchester. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Bedford and Manchester.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 31 buses from Bedford to Manchester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Bedford and Manchester, with 12 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bedford to Manchester

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 10 times every day by bus from Bedford to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bedford to Manchester starting from $38!

Cheapest Bus	$38
Fastest Bus	3h 50m
Earliest Bus	8:15 AM
Latest Bus	7:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	10 Ø
Distance	3,150.5 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Bedford to Manchester

Every day, 10 buses from 1 bus companies leave Bedford for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$41

Saturday 12/06

$38

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$38

Tuesday 12/09

$38

Wednesday 12/10

$38

Thursday 12/11

$38

Friday 12/12

$38

Saturday 12/13

$38

Sunday 12/14

$38

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$38

Wednesday 12/17

$38

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$43

Saturday 12/20

$43

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Bedford to Manchester

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

With a price starting from $38, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bedford to Manchester. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $38.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bedford to Manchester, with $38. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $38.

How to save money travelling from Bedford to Manchester

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 Bedford to Manchester 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 Bedford to Manchester, 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 buses from Bedford to Manchester are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Bedford and Manchester

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bedford and Manchester.

Central Bus Station

Allhallows

St Nicholas Church

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bedford to Manchester

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

FAQs about the Bedford to Manchester bus

How much does a Bedford Manchester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $38 and takes 4h 45m to reach Manchester. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $38 and $43. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Manchester.

On average, how many connections are available from Bedford to Manchester each day?

Every day, the Bedford to Manchester bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bedford to Manchester take?

The fastest bus from Bedford to Manchester is offered by National Express and takes 3h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $41. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bedford to Manchester?

The earliest bus arriving in Manchester from Bedford starts at 8:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bedford to Manchester?

The latest bus trip departing from Bedford for Manchester starts at 7:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bedford Manchester route?

When traveling by bus from Bedford to Manchester, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Bedford and Manchester 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 Bedford to Manchester bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bedford Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bedford Manchester 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 traveling 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 Bedford to Manchester on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Bedford and to Manchester

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