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The cheapest and fastest buses from Milton Keynes to London

Showing times and prices for Mar 12

Cheapest price

$12

Average price

$12

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 40 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

73 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milton Keynes to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Milton Keynes to London will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave Milton Keynes for London on Thu, Mar 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Mar 12 the direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Thu, Mar 12 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.

National Express
08:05PM1h35
Milton Keynes
09:40PMLondon
$121One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:10PM1h35
Milton Keynes
11:45PMLondon
$121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
12:00PM1h40
Milton Keynes
01:40PMLondon
$121One-way
0 transfers
National Express
07:10PM1h50
Milton Keynes
09:00PMLondon
$131One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Milton Keynes to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. 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 $8, and a train costs an average of $5.

Distance: 45 miles (73 km)

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Train

$13

Average price

Cheapest

$26

Average price

2h 5m

Average total duration

1h 35m

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1h 35m

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1h 5m

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Milton Keynes to London Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
04:50AM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$55
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
05:50AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:00AM
Arrival Time
06:50AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:15AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
2h05
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:45AM
Arrival Time
08:40AM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:15AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
2h05
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:35AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:35AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:20AM
Arrival Time
12:20PM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:55AM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:35PM
Arrival Time
02:20PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:45PM
Arrival Time
02:35PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:15PM
Arrival Time
03:05PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:05PM
Arrival Time
04:05PM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:35PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
05:40PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:05PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:35PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
06:45PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:55PM
Arrival Time
07:50PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:55PM
Arrival Time
08:45PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:50PM
Arrival Time
09:25PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:05PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:25PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:50PM
Arrival Time
10:25PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:25PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:10PM
Arrival Time
11:45PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:40PM
Arrival Time
12:05AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$17

Live departures

Milton Keynes to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to London buses for today, Wednesday, March 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 2:21 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX5502:35 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway
1h45
4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX4405:55 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway
1h55
7:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX5508:25 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway
1h35
10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX4409:25 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway
1h25
10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX45010:40 PM Milton Keynes, Coachway
1h25
12:05 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus12:00 PM Milton Keynes
1h40
1:40 PM London0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Milton Keynes to London

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Buses from Milton Keynes to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.

There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 45 miles (73 km) distance in 1h 25m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $5 (€4)
Distance
45 miles (73 km)
Average bus duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€7)
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
11
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
00:03
Last bus
23:57
Cheapest month
May
Cheapest day
Thu
High season
Jul - Sep
Low season
Oct - Dec
Busiest day
Wed
Least busy day
Sun
Best day to book ahead
14 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $5 (€4)

Bus providers: National Express from Milton Keynes to LondonYou can travel by bus between Milton Keynes to London with National Express for as low as $5 (€4). 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 25m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€7)
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.

Buses from  Milton Keynes to London

Regular buses operate between Milton Keynes and London throughout the week, but there are no services at weekends. National Express operate the service from Milton Keynes to London, and all buses depart from Milton Keynes Coachway. The fastest journey time is two hours 14 minutes and all services require one change. 

Which bus companies travel from Milton Keynes to London?

The bus service from Milton Keynes Coachway to London is operated by National Express, but passengers needing to travel from Milton Keynes town centre will need to take the non-stop Arriva bus 300 to the bus station, which is situated close to junction 14 of the M1 motorway. 

How long is the bus from Milton Keynes to London?

The fastest bus journeys from Milton Keynes to London take two hours 14 minutes, while the longest journey time is three hours. Buses run from 5:20 a.m. until just before 10:00 p.m. on a daily basis; however, there are no buses from Milton Keynes to London over the weekend. 

How many buses are there from Milton Keynes to London?

There are 13 weekday buses operating from Milton Keynes to London, but no services are offered over weekends. The earliest bus leaves Milton Keynes at 5:20 a.m. and arrives at London Victoria bus Station at 8:20 a.m. More buses are timetabled during the early morning and late evening commute periods.  

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Milton Keynes to London?

Departure bus station: The direct National Express bus service to London departs from Milton Keynes Coachway, with connecting services from Milton Keynes town centre provided by Arriva. Milton Keynes Coachway is open 24/7, and ticketing is available from the on-site ticket office or automated ticketing machines. The bus station has an on-site coffee shop, charging points, ATMs and payphones, and is located on Coachway Road in Newport Pagnell.    

Arrival bus station: All buses from Milton Keynes arrive at London Victoria bus Station, which provides 24-hour opening and has a left baggage facility. The bus station is situated on Buckingham Palace Road, which is about 10 minutes' walk from Victoria Underground Station. Facilities at the bus station include charging points, an eatery and coffee shop, newsagent, ATM and payphones. There is an on-site ticket office which is open until 9:00 p.m. daily, and automated ticket machines are also available.

FAQs: Bus from Milton Keynes to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Milton Keynes to London can start from as little as $8 (€7) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Milton Keynes to London is $13 (€10) ; 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 Milton Keynes to London is 1h 25m to travel the 45 miles (73 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 Milton Keynes to London leaves at 12:03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Milton Keynes to London leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes, there are 11 direct buses a day from Milton Keynes to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Milton Keynes to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Milton Keynes and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to London from Milton Keynes is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Milton Keynes to London is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milton Keynes and London including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Milton Keynes to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Milton Keynes to London for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in London are:
  • The British Museum, a world-renowned museum housing a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the globe
  • The Tower of London, a historic castle and former royal residence known for its Crown Jewels and rich history
  • Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch and a symbol of the British monarchy
  • The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic landmarks representing the political heart of the United Kingdom
  • St. Paul's Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with a stunning dome and rich history.
The best things to do in London include:
  • The London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank offering panoramic views of the city
  • West End Theatre District, a vibrant area known for its high-quality theatrical productions and musicals
  • Explore Camden Market, a bustling market known for its eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts
  • Take a walk through Hyde Park, one of London's largest and most famous parks offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities
  • Visit the Tate Modern, a contemporary art museum housed in a former power station on the banks of the Thames.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Milton Keynes to London 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 Milton Keynes to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Milton Keynes to London:
  • 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 Milton Keynes to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Milton Keynes to London.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Milton Keynes to London with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Milton Keynes to London with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Milton Keynes to London with the following bus company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Milton Keynes to London

Milton Keynes
London
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
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, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
information
London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch)
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Most popular bus connections from Milton Keynes

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