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Which bus from Manchester to Milton Keynes is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Manchester to Milton Keynes. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

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from £23
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from £22
Saturday
from £23
Sunday
from £22
Monday
from £20
Tuesday
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Wednesday
from £20

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 23:40 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £23
National Express 6h 5m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:50 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £26
National Express 3h 55m 02:45 Manchester Coach Station 06:40 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28
National Express 2h 55m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 08:10 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28
National Express 3h 10m 06:15 Manchester Coach Station 09:25 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 23:40 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £22
National Express 6h 5m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:50 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £23
National Express 5h 5m 23:55 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £25
National Express 3h 55m 02:45 Manchester Coach Station 06:40 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28
National Express 2h 55m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 08:10 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 23:40 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £23
National Express 5h 5m 23:55 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £25
National Express 6h 5m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:50 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £26
National Express 3h 55m 02:45 Manchester Coach Station 06:40 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28
National Express 2h 50m 05:40 Manchester Coach Station 08:30 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 23:40 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £22
National Express 5h 5m 23:55 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £25
National Express 6h 5m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:50 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £26
National Express 3h 55m 02:45 Manchester Coach Station 06:40 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28
National Express 2h 50m 05:40 Manchester Coach Station 08:30 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 23:40 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £20
National Express 5h 5m 23:55 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £21
National Express 6h 5m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:50 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £22
National Express 3h 55m 02:45 Manchester Coach Station 06:40 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28
National Express 2h 55m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 08:10 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 23:40 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £20
National Express 5h 5m 23:55 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £21
National Express 6h 5m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:50 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £26
National Express 3h 55m 02:45 Manchester Coach Station 06:40 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28
National Express 2h 55m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 08:10 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 23:40 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £20
National Express 5h 5m 23:55 Manchester Coach Station 05:00 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £21
National Express 6h 5m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:50 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £22
National Express 3h 55m 02:45 Manchester Coach Station 06:40 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28
National Express 2h 55m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 08:10 Milton Keynes Coachway  Economy £28

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Manchester and Milton Keynes?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Manchester to Milton Keynes. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 21 daily coaches from Manchester to Milton Keynes. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 19 daily coaches between Manchester and Milton Keynes.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 53 coaches from Manchester to Milton Keynes, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Milton Keynes, with 14 offers.

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All facts for Manchester to Milton Keynes bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 20 times by bus from Manchester to Milton Keynes in one click. Book your Manchester to Milton Keynes bus ticket starting from £20!

Cheapest Bus £20
Fastest Bus 2h 45m
Earliest Coach 02:45
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 20 Ø
Distance 188.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Milton Keynes?

Every day, 20 buses from 1 coach companies leave Manchester for Milton Keynes. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 31/07/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 28/07
Tuesday 29/07
Wednesday 30/07
Thursday 31/07
£23
Friday 01/08
£22
Saturday 02/08
£23
Sunday 03/08
£22
Monday 04/08
£20
Tuesday 05/08
£20
Wednesday 06/08
£20
Thursday 07/08
£20
Friday 08/08
£18
Saturday 09/08
£22
Sunday 10/08
£18
Monday 11/08
£18
Tuesday 12/08
£18
Wednesday 13/08
£17
Thursday 14/08
£18
Friday 15/08
£18
Saturday 16/08
Sunday 17/08
£17
Monday 18/08
£17
Tuesday 19/08
Wednesday 20/08
£17
Thursday 21/08
Friday 22/08
Saturday 23/08
£18
Sunday 24/08

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Milton Keynes

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Milton Keynes, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £20, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Milton Keynes. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £23.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Milton Keynes, with £20. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Milton Keynes

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Manchester to Milton Keynes in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Manchester to Milton Keynes, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Manchester to Milton Keynes are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Manchester to Milton Keynes?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Manchester to Milton Keynes timetable.

National Express from Manchester to Milton Keynes

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Manchester to Milton Keynes:

Cheapest Price £20
Fastest Coach 2h 45m
Earliest Coach 02:45
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 20 Ø
Found on 30/07/2025
In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Milton Keynes

Here is a map with all coach stations in Manchester and Milton Keynes. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Manchester to Milton Keynes

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Manchester to Milton Keynes. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Manchester to Milton Keynes bus

How much does a Manchester Milton Keynes coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester Milton Keynes bus trip is available from £20 and takes 5h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Manchester to Milton Keynes?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £20 to £28. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Milton Keynes.

How many connections are available for the Manchester Milton Keynes route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Milton Keynes is offered by roughly 20 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Milton Keynes from Manchester take?

The quickest coach from Manchester to Milton Keynes is provided by National Express and takes 2h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £28. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Milton Keynes?

The earliest bus to Milton Keynes departs from Manchester at 02:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Manchester to Milton Keynes?

The latest bus to Milton Keynes departs from Manchester at 23:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Manchester Milton Keynes route?

Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Milton Keynes can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Milton Keynes?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Milton Keynes by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Milton Keynes from Manchester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Manchester Milton Keynes bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Manchester Milton Keynes bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Manchester to Milton Keynes on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Manchester to Milton Keynes

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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