The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Milton Keynes will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 4 buses that leave Birmingham for Milton Keynes on Mon, Dec 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Milton Keynes 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 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Birmingham to Milton Keynes Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Live departures
Birmingham to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Milton Keynes buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Birmingham | 4h50 | 12:20 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Birmingham | 5h30 | 1:30 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM Birmingham | 1h35 | 3:05 AM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Birmingham | 1h35 | 7:05 AM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Birmingham | 5h20 | 9:20 PM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Birmingham | 5h20 | 11:20 PM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Milton Keynes
Buses from Birmingham to Milton Keynes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:11. The fastest bus covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:11 |
FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Milton Keynes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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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