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Bicester Museum
A volunteer-run local museum presenting Bicester's social, military and market-town history through changing displays.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Bicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 31 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Buses from Milton Keynes to Bicester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:08, the last at 19:16. The fastest coach covers the 31 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 16m |
First bus 6:08 |
Last bus 19:16 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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A volunteer-run local museum presenting Bicester's social, military and market-town history through changing displays.
An aviation heritage site with exhibitions, collections and open events celebrating RAF Bicester and historic motoring buildings.
A nearby art venue showing contemporary exhibitions in a historic house, set within landscaped grounds at Waddesdon.
A designer shopping village with landscaped streets and frequent events, popular for browsing and people-watching.
A green open space for walks, sport and relaxed local atmosphere, close to the town centre and easy to combine with sightseeing.
Bicester's traditional market square area, useful for a stroll among independent shops, civic buildings and town-centre activity.
A classic Oxfordshire sausage made with pork and herbs. It is a nearby county speciality often found in Bicester pubs and reflects local butchery traditions.
A rich fruit cake from nearby Banbury, filled with currants and spice. It is a traditional Oxfordshire treat long linked with the wider region around Bicester.
A yeasted bun flavoured with saffron and dried fruit. Popular across Oxfordshire, it is a historic tea-time bake tied to local home baking traditions.
Popular independent Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a smart casual setting.
Stylish restaurant in Bicester Village serving modern Italian dishes, pasta and seafood in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Well-known town centre pub and restaurant with British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a historic coaching inn atmosphere.
Moderate for England: chain hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but good value options exist. Rail to Oxford or London can add noticeable cost.
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, tip about 10%. Taxis are usually rounded up or 10%. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
National Express runs plenty of direct services from Milton Keynes Coachway, which take between 1 hour and 14 minutes and 1 hour and 24 minutes to reach Bicester. The earliest buses leave Milton Keynes at 5:15 a.m., and there are two buses every hour after that until 5:31 p.m. If you are travelling from Milton Keynes Central, you'll need to take an additional bus to Milton Keynes Coachway, which adds around 10 minutes onto the journey. Regardless of what time you choose, all buses from Milton Keynes to Bicester arrive at Manorsfield Road, right in the centre of town.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Bicester 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 Bicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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