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The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Cranfield
Showing times and prices for Feb 17
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
71 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Cranfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cranfield will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Fast buses
Of the 24 buses that leave London for Cranfield on Tue, Feb 17, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NX54009:30PM1h30
London, Victoria Coach Station11:00PMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$111One-way
0 transfers
NX54009:30AM1h35
London, Victoria Coach Station11:05AMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$121One-way
0 transfers
NX54007:00PM1h45
London, Victoria Coach Station08:45PMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$121One-way
0 transfers
NXA102:00AM1h45
London, Victoria Coach Station03:45AMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$131One-way
0 transfers
NX54008:00PM1h30
London, Victoria Coach Station09:30PMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$131One-way
0 transfers
NX45006:30AM1h20
London, Victoria Coach Station07:50AMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$171One-way
0 transfers
NX44010:30PM1h20
London, Victoria Coach Station11:50PMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$171One-way
0 transfers
NX44011:59PM1h26
London, Victoria Coach Station01:25AMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$171One-way
0 transfers
NX54009:30PM1h30
London, Victoria Coach Station11:00PMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$111One-way
0 transfers
NX54008:00PM1h30
London, Victoria Coach Station09:30PMMilton Keynes, Coachway
$131One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Cranfield
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Cranfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
London to Cranfield Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
London to Cranfield bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Cranfield buses for today, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 2:31 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 PM London | 1h45 | 8:45 PM Cranfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 PM London | 1h30 | 11:00 PM Cranfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, February 17 | |||||
| NX421 | 2:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h30 | 3:30 AM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NXA1 | 2:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h45 | 3:45 AM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX450 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h20 | 7:50 AM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h30 | 9:00 AM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | Delayed 1:00 PM 7:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1h40 | 12:40 PM 12:40 PMMilton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | Delayed 1:00 PM 8:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1h30 | 12:40 PM 12:40 PMMilton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | Delayed 1:00 PM 9:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1h35 | 12:40 PM 12:40 PMMilton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX550 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h40 | 12:10 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | Delayed 1:00 PM 11:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1h40 | 12:40 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | Delayed 1:00 PM 12:00 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1h40 | 1:40 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | On time 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h40 | 2:40 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | On time 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 3:55 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | On time 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 4:55 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | On time 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 6:10 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | On time 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 6:55 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | On time 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h40 | 7:40 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | On time 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h45 | 8:45 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | On time 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h30 | 9:30 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | On time 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h30 | 11:00 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
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National Express operates all buses services from London to Cranfield.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Cranfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Cranfield run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express from London to CranfieldYou can travel by bus between London to Cranfield with National Express for as low as $8 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€7)
National Express frequency
29 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bus from London to Cranfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Cranfield by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cranfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from London to Cranfield can start from as little as $8 (€7) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London to Cranfield is $11 (€9) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from London to Cranfield is 1h 20m to travel the 44 miles (71 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from London to Cranfield leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London to Cranfield leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes, there are 29 direct buses a day from London to Cranfield with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from London to Cranfield, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Cranfield. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London and Cranfield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Cranfield from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London to Cranfield is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Cranfield including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London to Cranfield:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London to Cranfield for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London to Cranfield depends on the bus companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London to Cranfield.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London to Cranfield:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London to Cranfield:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London to Cranfield.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London to Cranfield with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London to Cranfield with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London to Cranfield with the following bus company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Cranfield
London
Cranfield
London, Victoria Coach Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Buckingham Palace RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Car connection
Bath RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Northern Perimeter RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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