4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bedford to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bedford to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Milton Keynes will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bedford for Milton Keynes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 22 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 25 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.
18:150h25Bedford18:40Milton Keynes£131One-way0 changes
- 18:150h25Bedford18:40Milton Keynes£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bedford to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 36m. 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 coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m 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.
Live departures
Bedford to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Milton Keynes coaches for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UCX5 | 10:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 10:40 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 | 11:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 11:40 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 | 12:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 12:40 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 | 13:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 13:40 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 | 14:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 14:40 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 | 15:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 15:40 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 | 16:15 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 16:40 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 | 17:25 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 17:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 | 18:25 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 18:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 | 19:55 Bedford, Bus Station | 0h25 | 20:20 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bedford to Milton Keynes
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Buses from Bedford to Milton Keynes run on average 16 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 22 km distance in 25m.
Distance 22 km |
Average bus duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Stagecoach East, Uno from Bedford to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between Bedford to Milton Keynes with National Express, Megabus, Stagecoach East, Uno for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Bedford to Milton Keynes
Buses from Bedford to Milton Keynes operate every day of the week. The first departure of the day is at 4:35 a.m., while the last departure is at 5:00 p.m. There are usually two services per hour. The distance of the journey is about 18 miles, and the duration is 41 minutes. There are direct and indirect services available. This route is served by National Express.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Bedford to Milton Keynes?
Departure Station: Buses from Bedford to Milton Keynes depart from Bedford Bus Station, which is located along Greyfriars on the A6. It is an 8-minute walk from the town centre, and a 10-minute walk from Bedford Railway Station. The bus station is well-served by local buses.
Arrival Station: Buses from Bedford to Milton Keynes arrive just outside Central Railway Station in Milton Keynes, which is near the junction of the A509 and the A5. It is a 16-minute walk to the very heart of the town.
FAQs: Bedford to Milton Keynes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford to Milton Keynes by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milton Keynes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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