How to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes

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Compare train and bus for Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €57.

Distance: 89 miles (144 km)

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€28

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€57

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€44

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5h 42m

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5h 12m

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1h 58m

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The cheapest way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes is a bus with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes costing on average €57.

The fastest way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 1h 50m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stoke-on-Trent and Milton Keynes including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €28 compared to roughly €44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €17. The journey takes 5h 12m versus 1h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes

How to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Avanti West Coast
    6:49 AM0h56
    Stoke-on-Trent
    7:45 AMMilton Keynes
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Avanti West Coast
    6:49 AM0h56
    Stoke-on-Trent
    7:45 AMMilton Keynes
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Avanti West Coast
    6:49 AM0h56
    Stoke-on-Trent
    7:45 AMMilton Keynes
    261One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes

Travel to Milton Keynes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stoke-on-Trent and Milton Keynes including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes is a bus with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes costing on average €57.

The fastest way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 1h 50m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 42m.

The distance from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes is approximately 89 miles (144 km).
The average frequency per day from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stoke-on-Trent and Milton Keynes as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) and arrive in Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
  • Buses mostly depart from Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station and arrive in Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Milton Keynes by bus.
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast to go to Milton Keynes by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Avanti West Coast.
Omio customers who travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Milton Keynes often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Euston (EUS), Luton, Manchester, Oxford. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milton Keynes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milton Keynes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Milton Keynes is recommended to explore its main attractions, such as Bletchley Park, the Milton Keynes Museum, and the scenic parks and shopping areas.

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