Bournemouth to Milton Keynes bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes

Showing times and prices for 12 Apr

Cheapest price

£52

Average price

£52

Fastest journey

4 h 8 m

Average duration

4 h 33 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

166 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Milton Keynes will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.

Fast coaches

To travel from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • National Express
    8:104h45
    Bournemouth
    12:55Milton Keynes
    £521One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    14:305h25
    Bournemouth
    19:55Milton Keynes
    £521One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    20:308h15
    Bournemouth
    4:45Milton Keynes
    £521One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    5:204h08
    Bournemouth
    9:28Milton Keynes
    £531One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    6:504h38
    Bournemouth
    11:28Milton Keynes
    £531One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £55.

Distance: 166 km

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£21

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Cheapest

£61

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4h 50m

Average total duration

4h 20m

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3h 30m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Bournemouth to Milton Keynes bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Milton Keynes coaches for today, Saturday 11 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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meinfernbus_flixbus12:55 Bournemouth
7h40
20:35 Milton Keynes0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Bournemouth to Milton Keynes coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes

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Buses from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:27, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 5h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
166 km
Average bus duration
4h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
5h 45m
First bus
0:27
Last bus
22:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Milton Keynes with National Express for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
National Express frequency
34 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Milton Keynes coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Milton Keynes is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes is 5h 45m to travel the 166 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes leaves at 0:27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes leaves at 22:40.
There are 12 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Milton Keynes. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bournemouth and Milton Keynes and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Milton Keynes from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and Milton Keynes including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Milton Keynes with the following coach company: National Express.

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