The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Milton Keynes will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 17 buses that leave Nottingham for Milton Keynes every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.
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Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Milton Keynes 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 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 105 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Milton Keynes coaches for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 01:15 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 2h20 | 03:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 01:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h05 | 03:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:05 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 6h40 | 09:45 Milton Keynes | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 03:05 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 2h20 | 05:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h25 | 09:45 Milton Keynes | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 03:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h05 | 05:25 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:10 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 2h30 | 07:40 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h15 | 07:40 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:45 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 5h40 | 12:25 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h55 | 12:25 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h05 | 14:45 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Milton Keynes
Buses from Nottingham to Milton Keynes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 105 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 105 km |
Average bus duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Nottingham to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Milton Keynes with FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nottingham to Milton Keynes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Milton Keynes
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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