The cheapest and fastest buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 4 buses that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Milton Keynes on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 67 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 23 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.
4:00 PM2h30Stansted Mountfitchet6:30 PMMilton Keynes$241One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM2h30Stansted Mountfitchet12:30 AMMilton Keynes$291One-way0 transfers
8:15 AM2h30Stansted Mountfitchet10:45 AMMilton Keynes$391One-way0 transfers
8:51 AM3h23Stansted Mountfitchet12:14 PMMilton Keynes$691One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM2h30Stansted Mountfitchet12:30 AMMilton Keynes$291One-way0 transfers
4:00 PM2h30Stansted Mountfitchet6:30 PMMilton Keynes$241One-way0 transfers
8:15 AM2h30Stansted Mountfitchet10:45 AMMilton Keynes$391One-way0 transfers
8:51 AM3h23Stansted Mountfitchet12:14 PMMilton Keynes$691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes:
A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes costing on average $67 (€55).
Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 10m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 08:51AM | Arrival Time 12:14PM | Duration 3h23 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 2h30 | 10:45 AM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:51 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h23 | 12:14 PM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 2h30 | 6:30 PM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes
Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Milton Keynes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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.

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