The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter 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 Exeter to Milton Keynes will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Exeter 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 242 km distance in an average of 8 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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 coach and train for Exeter to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 242 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Exeter to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Milton Keynes coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:10 Exeter | 8h05 | 08:15 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:10 Exeter | 8h20 | 00:30 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Milton Keynes
Buses from Exeter to Milton Keynes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 20:10 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Exeter to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Milton Keynes with FlixBus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Exeter to Milton Keynes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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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