The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 24 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Milton Keynes will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 20 buses that leave Liverpool for Milton Keynes every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 213 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.
NX550
NX550
NX421
NX550 · NX707
NX550 · NX707
NX171 · NX540
NX550
NX171 · NX540
NX170 · NX540
NX550Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 213 km
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Milton Keynes coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:45 Liverpool | 4h20 | 04:05 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 March | |||||
NX421 | 01:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 4h55 | 06:40 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 · NX540 | Delayed 05:10 02:40Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h45 | 09:25 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX540 | Delayed 16:45 02:45Liverpool, University | 6h40 | 09:25 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 02:48 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 6h37 | 09:25 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX550 · NX707 | On time 06:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h45 | 12:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 07:50 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 4h40 | 12:30 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX540 | Delayed 16:45 07:58Liverpool, University | 4h32 | 12:30 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 08:02 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 4h28 | 12:30 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX171 · NX540 | Delayed 12:13 09:28Liverpool, University | 5h27 | 14:55 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX171 · NX540 | Delayed 09:48 09:32Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h23 | 14:55 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX550 | 10:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 4h20 | 14:30 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX550 · NX590 | On time 12:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h25 | 18:35 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX171 · NX540 | On time 14:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 4h30 | 19:05 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX171 · NX540 | On time 14:43 Liverpool, University | 4h22 | 19:05 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX171 · NX540 | On time 14:47 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 4h18 | 19:05 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX550 | 15:50 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 4h30 | 20:20 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 0 changesdirect | |
NX550 · NX707 | On time 19:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h35 | 03:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX171 · NX422 | On time 21:23 Liverpool, University | 7h37 | 05:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
NX171 · NX422 | On time 21:27 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h33 | 05:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Milton Keynes
Buses from Liverpool to Milton Keynes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 213 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Liverpool to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Milton Keynes with FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Milton Keynes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Milton Keynes
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
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