Oxford to Milton Keynes bus with Megabus

Fri 20 Mar
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Milton Keynes

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

1 h 19 m

Buses per day

25

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford 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 Oxford to Milton Keynes will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 25 buses that leave Oxford for Milton Keynes every day 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 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.

National ExpressUCX5
18:002h00
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
20:00Milton Keynes, Coachway
£131One-way
0 changes
National ExpressUCX5
10:502h00
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
12:50Milton Keynes, Coachway
£131One-way
0 changes
National ExpressUCX5
21:001h55
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
22:55Milton Keynes, Coachway
£131One-way
0 changes
National ExpressUCX5
13:502h00
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
15:50Milton Keynes, Coachway
£131One-way
0 changes
National ExpressUCX5
17:002h00
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
19:00Milton Keynes, Coachway
£131One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Oxford to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford 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 32m. 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 £32.

Distance: 47 km

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Train

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£73

Average Price

2h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 4m

Average total duration

1h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Oxford to Milton Keynes bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Milton Keynes coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 13:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressUCX513:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
15:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX514:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
16:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX515:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
17:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX516:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
18:30 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX517:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
19:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX517:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
19:30 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX518:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
20:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX518:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
20:25 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX519:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
20:55 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX519:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
21:25 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX520:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
21:55 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX520:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
22:35 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX521:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
23:25 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX522:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
00:25 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
Saturday 21 March
national_expressNX73700:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h15
02:05 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73704:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h15
05:20 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73706:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h15
07:45 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
Delayed
12:35 06:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
10:40 10:40Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
Delayed
12:35 07:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
10:40 10:40Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73708:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h25
09:55 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
Delayed
12:35 08:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
10:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
Delayed
12:35 09:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
11:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
Delayed
12:35 10:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
12:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX73711:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h25
13:05 Milton Keynes, Coachway0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
Delayed
12:35 11:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
13:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
12:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
14:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
13:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
15:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
14:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
16:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
15:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
17:50 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
17:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
19:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
18:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
20:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
19:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h00
21:00 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
20:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
21:55 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
21:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
22:55 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
21:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
23:25 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect
national_expressUCX5
On time
22:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
00:25 Milton Keynes, Coachway
0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Oxford to Milton Keynes coaches with Omio?

Megabus as well as Stagecoach East or Redline offer coaches services from Oxford to Milton Keynes.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Oxford to Milton Keynes.

Why book with Omio vs Megabus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Stagecoach East or Redline to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Milton Keynes.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Milton Keynes

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Buses from Oxford to Milton Keynes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 1h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
47 km
Average bus duration
1h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
1h 55m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
22:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Megabus, Stagecoach East, Redline from Oxford to Milton KeynesYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Milton Keynes with Megabus, Stagecoach East, Redline for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£12
Megabus frequency
43 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

Stagecoach East

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Price
£5
Stagecoach East frequency
11 a day

Redline

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Redline frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Oxford to Milton Keynes coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Milton Keynes can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Milton Keynes is £33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes is 1h 55m to travel the 47 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes leaves at 22:30.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Oxford to Milton Keynes with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes, you can count on Megabus, Stagecoach East, Redline for the best way to get you to Milton Keynes. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Milton Keynes and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Milton Keynes from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Milton Keynes including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Milton Keynes depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Milton Keynes:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Milton Keynes:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Milton Keynes with the following coach company: Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Milton Keynes

Oxford
Milton Keynes
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
George Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
  • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90

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