4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Milton Keynes to Manchester
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milton Keynes to Manchester 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 Manchester will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 5 buses that leave Milton Keynes for Manchester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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, coach and flight for Milton Keynes to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 189 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £174 Average Price |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Manchester bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 Milton Keynes | 3h00 | 12:00 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:05 Milton Keynes | 2h55 | 12:00 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:50 Milton Keynes | 8h10 | 01:00 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:05 Milton Keynes | 6h54 | 23:59 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:25 Milton Keynes | 7h45 | 05:10 Manchester | 0 changesdirect |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Milton Keynes to Manchester by train, coach or flight
06 Nov
07 Nov
08 Nov
09 Nov
10 Nov
11 Nov
12 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 189 km |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Milton Keynes to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Milton Keynes to Manchester with FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
FAQs: Milton Keynes to Manchester coach
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Milton Keynes to Manchester, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Most popular bus connections from Milton Keynes
More options for your journey from Milton Keynes to Manchester
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular buses to and from Manchester and Milton Keynes
Most popular bus connections
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
