The cheapest and fastest coaches from Milton Keynes to Bedford
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milton Keynes to Bedford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Bedford will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 buses that leave Milton Keynes for Bedford 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 22 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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 train and coach for Milton Keynes to Bedford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Bedford 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 coach which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Bedford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Bedford 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:29 Milton Keynes | 4h20 | 08:49 Bedford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milton Keynes to Bedford
Buses from Milton Keynes to Bedford run on average 35 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 34 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 22 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 22 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Stagecoach East, Uno from Milton Keynes to BedfordYou can travel by bus between Milton Keynes to Bedford with Megabus, Stagecoach East, Uno for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Milton Keynes to Bedford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Bedford 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 Bedford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bedford, Bus Station, located 0.6 miles (905 m) away from the city centre.
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