The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bedford to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Buses per day
2
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 £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bedford for Milton Keynes every day 2 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 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 18 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 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 42m. 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 £6.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bedford to Milton Keynes
Buses from Bedford to Milton Keynes run on average 24 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 23 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 22 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 22 km |
Average bus duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Stagecoach East, Uno from Bedford to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between Bedford to Milton Keynes with Megabus, Stagecoach East, Uno for as low as £6. 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bedford, Bus Station, which is located around 0.6 miles (905 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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