Minibus & Coach Hire in Bedford
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Minibus & Coach Hire in Bedford: What You Need to Know
The group transport market in Bedford serves a wide range of needs, from wedding parties and corporate away days to airport transfers, school trips and nights out. Most operators in the area run fleets ranging from 8-seater minibuses to 53-seat executive coaches, with many offering both self-drive and chauffeured options. Demand peaks heavily around prom season in June and July, and during the Christmas party period from late November through December, so early booking is strongly recommended during these windows.
When booking minibus hire in Bedford, expect to provide your pickup and drop-off locations, the number of passengers, and any special requirements such as wheelchair accessibility or luggage space. Most operators require a minimum booking of two hours for local journeys. For longer trips, confirm whether the driver's meals and accommodation are included or charged separately. Self-drive hire is available for groups wanting more flexibility, though you will need a valid D1 licence for vehicles carrying more than 8 passengers.
Typical pricing for minibus hire in Bedford ranges from £150 to £450 for a full day depending on vehicle size and distance. A 16-seater for a local return journey usually costs £150 to £250, while a full-size coach for a longer trip can reach £500 or more. Airport transfers are often priced as fixed-rate packages. Most operators charge by the hour for open-ended bookings, with hourly rates between £30 and £60 for a minibus and £50 to £90 for a coach.
All passenger-carrying vehicles for hire in Bedford must operate under a PSV (Public Service Vehicle) licence issued by the Traffic Commissioner. This is a legal requirement — without it, the operator's insurance is invalid. Operators must also comply with drivers' hours regulations, which limit how long a driver can work without breaks. For school transport, additional DBS checks apply to drivers. Always verify the operator's credentials before booking, especially with unfamiliar companies offering significantly lower prices.
Sta Coach Tours
Open9 Chaucer Cl, Newport Pagnell MK16 8DN, UK
Coach hire Milton Keynes & Bedford Airport Transfers, Corporate Travel, Weddings & Groups Tourism. Get A Quote Now Special rates for weekend.
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Silverleaf Travel
Open106a Ampthill Rd, Bedford MK42 9JA, UK
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STA Coach Hire Milton Keynes
OpenChesney Wold, Milton Keynes MK6 1LA, UK
Coach hire Milton Keynes & Bedford Airport Transfers, Corporate Travel, Weddings & Groups Tourism. Get A Quote Now Special rates for weekend.
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EPL Travel
OpenCastle Mill House, Goldington Rd, Bedford MK41 0HY, UK
EPL Travel provide minibus transport for schools, local authorities and transporting wedding guests from their hotels to the wedding venue.
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Excel minibuses
Open29 Myrtle Bank, Stacey Bushes, Milton Keynes MK12 6HH, UK
Reliable minibus hire with driver in Milton Keynes. Ideal, affordable group travel and airport transfers by Excel Minibuses.
A1 MINIBUS AND COACH LTD
OpenBeckerings Park Rd, Bedford MK43 0RA, UK
A1 Minibus And Coach Hire operate 8-50 seat vehicles from Minibuses to PSVAR Coaches covering Wedding Hire ,Corporate Events etc.
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Landmark Coaches Ltd
OpenChurch St, St. Neots PE19 2BU, UK
Landmark Coaches – Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire’s leading and most trusted coach company since 1993.
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24-7 Cars Bedford
Open17 St Paul's Square, Bedford MK40 1SL, UK
24-7 Cars Taxis Bedford | Reliable & Professional Taxis | Minibus, Airport & Courier services 24/7 365 days in the Bedfordshire & local area.
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Britannia Coaches
OpenNorth End, Bury Mead Rd, Hitchin SG5 1RT, UK
Professional coach transportation services across the UK. Corporate events, school trips, weddings, airport transfers, and day trips. 25+ years experience.
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Expresslines Ltd
Openunit 15, Bedford MK42 0HB, UK
Expresslines Ltd in Bedford offers private coach hire, minibus hire and school coach hire. Call us now.
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WeberBus Limited
OpenAmpthill Rd, Silsoe, Bedford MK45 4DX, UK
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Marshalls Coaches LLP
OpenFirbank Way, Leighton Buzzard LU7 4YP, UK
Marshalls Coaches provide coach hire to schools, businesses, individuals for corporate events, school travel and clubs, commuter travel, group outings and coach holidays abroad.Established since 1974, Marshalls Coaches provides the most modern air-conditioned fleet in the region and is one of...
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Souls Coaches
Open2 Stilebrook Rd, Olney MK46 5EA, UK
Souls Coaches have been serving the local community and surrounding areas with reliable and professional Coach Hire for nearly 100 years.
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Chiltern Travel
OpenThe Coach House, Barford Rd, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3NA, UK
Executive Cooach Travel, Chiltern Travel, Bedford
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Cozy Travel Ltd
Open6 Gateshead Cl, Sandy SG19 1RS, UK
Cozy Travel Ltd - Coach Hire Bedfordshire: family-run executive coach hire since 1984. Wheelchair-accessible & hybrid coaches for corporate, school & private group travel.
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Herberts Travel
OpenBarford Rd, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3NA, UK
We are a family run bus and coach company based in Bedford. We are predominantly contract based and work closely with various local authorities.
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CoachX Ltd.
Open110 Hartington St, Bedford MK41 7RL, UK
Available round the clock as your satisfaction is our primary concern .
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Minibus Hire Bedford
Open38 Mill St, Bedford MK40 3HD, UK
The Bedford Coach company provide transport for school trips as well as trips for people from other institutions. As well as being safe and secure you should find we very affordable and the staff friendly. If you are planning to visit the Bedford area as a group why not contact Bedford Coach...
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