The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Milton Keynes will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 25 buses that leave London for Milton Keynes on Fri, Feb 06, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 73 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 Fri, Feb 06 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.
NX540
NXA1
NX540
NX540
NX540
NX440
NX450
NX440
NX540
NX540Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Milton Keynes 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 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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London to Milton Keynes 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 Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
London to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Milton Keynes buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX422 | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h50 | 12:50 AM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
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 9:30 AM 7:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1h40 | 10:15 AM 10:15 AMMilton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | Delayed 9:30 AM 8:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1h30 | 10:15 AM 10:15 AMMilton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h35 | 11:05 AM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX550 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h45 | 12:15 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h50 | 12:50 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 12:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h50 | 1:50 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 2:55 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 4:10 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 5:05 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 | |
NX451 | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 6:25 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX550 | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 7:00 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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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Milton Keynes
Buses from London to Milton Keynes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 45 miles (73 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 45 miles (73 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between London to Milton Keynes with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Milton Keynes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Milton Keynes
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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