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The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Milton Keynes

Showing times and prices for Jul 15

Cheapest price

$18

Average price

$18

Fastest journey

1 h 26 m

Average duration

1 h 26 m

Buses per day

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford 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 Oxford to Milton Keynes will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Oxford for Milton Keynes on Tue, Jul 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .

On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h 26 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.

02:50PM1h26

Oxford

04:16PMMilton Keynes

$181One-way

0 transfers

10:30PM1h26

Oxford

11:56PMMilton Keynes

$181One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Oxford to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €57.

Distance: 29 miles (47 km)

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Most popular Bus	Train
€5 Average price Cheapest	€94 Average price
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.0kg 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes

United Kingdom

Buses from Oxford to Milton Keynes run on average 51 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.

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

29 miles (47 km)

Average bus duration

1h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

$6 (€5)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

1h 44m

First bus

00:27

Last bus

23:00

Price information

Bus providers: Megabus and National Express from Oxford to Milton Keynes

Buy your official Megabus and National Express bus tickets between Oxford and Milton Keynes from $11 (€9) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Oxford - Milton Keynes bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

FAQs: Bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes

FAQs: Take the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

Cheap bus tickets from Oxford to Milton Keynes can start from as little as $18 (€14) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Oxford to Milton Keynes is $29 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Oxford to Milton Keynes bus travel time is 1 h 26 min for the 29 mile (47 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes leaves at 10: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes leaves at 10: 30PM.

There are 58 buses a day from Oxford to Milton Keynes which require at least one change with Megabus, Redline or Stagecoach East. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

Take the Oxford to Milton Keynes bus with Megabus, Redline or Stagecoach East. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the journey to Milton Keynes from Oxford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Milton Keynes from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 26 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Oxford to Milton Keynes by bus is November.

You have options as you can travel between Oxford and Milton Keynes 2 different ways: bus or train.

No, the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

No, luggage for the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Oxford to Milton Keynes

Oxford

Milton Keynes

The major bus station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station Wifi

Amenities at bus station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Ticket Office

information

Address

Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom

Ticket Office Hours

06:00-22:00

Car connection

George Street

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi

Dining

Café Nero (in the station)
The Four Candles (0.2 km)
The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Taxis

Available outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps

Available near the waiting area.

Public transit options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station

Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90