The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Milton Keynes will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cambridge 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 62 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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 Cambridge to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 62 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price |
5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Milton Keynes coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX777 · NX737 | 19:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h15 | 00:30 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX786 · NX737 | 19:25 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 2h35 | 22:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX786 · NX230 | 22:50 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 3h30 | 02:20 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Milton Keynes
Buses from Cambridge to Milton Keynes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:27, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 62 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 62 km |
Average bus duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:27 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Bus providers: Stagecoach East from Cambridge to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Milton Keynes with Stagecoach East for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Milton Keynes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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.

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