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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Milton Keynes will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Cardiff to Milton Keynes you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff 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 train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 178 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Milton Keynes coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:15 Cardiff | 6h14 | 09:29 Milton Keynes | 2 changes | |
| 03:25 Cardiff | 5h50 | 09:15 Milton Keynes | 2 changes | |
| 04:20 Cardiff | 6h09 | 10:29 Milton Keynes | 2 changes | |
| 05:15 Cardiff | 6h14 | 11:29 Milton Keynes | 2 changes | |
| 05:25 Cardiff | 5h24 | 10:49 Milton Keynes | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Milton Keynes
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Buses from Cardiff to Milton Keynes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:10, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 178 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 02:10 |
Last bus 22:10 |
FAQs: Cardiff to Milton Keynes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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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