4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Milton Keynes to Southampton
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milton Keynes to Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton 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 134 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.
18:454h25Milton Keynes23:10Southampton£121One-way0 changes
- 18:454h25Milton Keynes23:10Southampton£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Milton Keynes to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Southampton 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 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 134 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Southampton coaches for today, Sunday 26 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station | 4h50 | 13:10 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station | 5h10 | 13:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:20 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station | 4h05 | 23:25 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:20 Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station | 4h25 | 23:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milton Keynes to Southampton
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Buses from Milton Keynes to Southampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 134 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 134 km |
Average bus duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 2:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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FAQs: Milton Keynes to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and Southampton
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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