3
3 Bus Times – Bedford ↔ Shortstown
12:15
11 minNorth Drive 12:3912:45
41 minNorth Drive 13:0913:15
71 minNorth Drive 13:3913:45
101 minNorth Drive 14:0914:15
131 minNorth Drive 14:3914:45
161 minNorth Drive 15:09SATURDAY · 25 services06:15 — 18:15
The 3 bus runs between Bedford and Shortstown, operated by Stagecoach. This route has 18 stops.
Number 3 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Accessibility: Stagecoach provides Journey Assistance Cards for passengers with limited vision or hearing, communication difficulties, special educational needs, non-native English speakers, or those needing extra time to find a seat. Cards work any time, seven days a week, on all bus services.
Fares & Tickets
Day Pass
£2.50
Day Pass
£5.00
Contactless
Ticket Types
Day RiderStudent TicketsFlexible Tickets
£3 capped fare scheme
Passes through:
BedfordFenlakeEastcottsHarrowdenShortstown
Where does the 3 bus stop?
The 3 serves 18 stops passing through Bedford, Fenlake, Eastcotts, Harrowden and Shortstown. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 3 run on weekends?
Yes, the 3 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 3?
Concessionary bus pass holders travel free. Job seekers receive half price single and return tickets.
Does the 3 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 3. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Stagecoach to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · www.stagecoachbus.com for operator information · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: SCEM, SCSO, SCCU, SCOX, SCMY, SDVN, SCCM, SCFI, SCHI, SCNH, SCEK, SSWL, SCGL, STWS, SCNE, SYRK, SBLB, ELBG
Valid from 31 May 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 05 Aug 2026
This route serves 18 bus stops across 5 areas.