Leicester to Milton Keynes bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Milton Keynes

Showing times and prices for 03 Apr

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

3 h 5 m

Average duration

3 h 35 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

71 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester to Milton Keynes will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

To travel from Leicester to Milton Keynes you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:404h25
    Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
    9:05Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:253h40
    Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
    10:05Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:403h05
    Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
    6:45Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:453h20
    Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
    10:05Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:203h25
    Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
    6:45Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station
    £251One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester 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 1h 1m. 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: 71 km

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Most popular
Train

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

£36

Average Price

1h 52m

Average total duration

1h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 1m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Leicester to Milton Keynes bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Milton Keynes coaches for today, Thursday 2 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express20:15 Leicester
1h05
21:20 Milton Keynes0 changesdirect
national_express23:45 Leicester
1h10
0:55 Milton Keynes0 changesdirect
Friday 3 April
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h25
5:45 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
3h05
5:45 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
4h25
8:05 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus5:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h40
9:05 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus5:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
3h20
9:05 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station1 change

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

National Express operates all coaches services from Leicester to Milton Keynes.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester 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 train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leicester to Milton Keynes.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

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

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Milton Keynes

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Buses from Leicester to Milton Keynes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 71 km distance in 1h 5m.

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
71 km
Average bus duration
1h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
1h 5m
First bus
0:45
Last bus
23:50
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 Leicester to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Milton Keynes with National Express for as low as £12. 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
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£12
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.

FAQs: Leicester to Milton Keynes coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Milton Keynes can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Milton Keynes is £14; 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 Leicester to Milton Keynes is 1h 5m to travel the 71 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 Leicester to Milton Keynes leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Milton Keynes leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Leicester to Milton Keynes with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester 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 Leicester and Milton Keynes and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Milton Keynes from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Milton Keynes is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Milton Keynes including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to Milton Keynes:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Milton Keynes for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester to Milton Keynes.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester to Milton Keynes:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Milton Keynes.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to Milton Keynes with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Milton Keynes with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to Milton Keynes with the following coach company: National Express.

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