How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?

The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes start from $26. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?

The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 464 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Milton Keynes route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?

The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes at 10:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?

A bus trip from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes starting at $33 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Milton Keynes on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35am	Bus Station	8h 55m	7:30pm	Milton Keynes Coachway	Cheapest
Bus	9:35pm	Bus Station	8h	5:35am	Milton Keynes Coachway	Fastest
Bus	10:35am	Bus Station	8h 55m	7:30pm	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	10:35am	Bus Station	8h 55m	7:30pm	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Bus Station	11h 5m	4:30am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Milton Keynes on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Bus Station	8h	5:35am	Milton Keynes Coachway	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:35am	Bus Station	8h 55m	7:30pm	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	10:35am	Bus Station	8h 55m	7:30pm	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	10:35am	Bus Station	8h 55m	7:30pm	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Bus Station	11h 5m	4:30am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Milton Keynes. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

464 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $99	Average Duration8h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $635	Average Duration4h 37m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$51 - $51	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Milton Keynes?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Stops in Milton Keynes

A
Milton Keynes Coachway
The Coachway, Newport Pagnell MK16 0AA, UK
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B
Milton Keynes
602 Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have expressed high satisfaction with their travel experiences, noting that they enjoyed every aspect of the journey. Additionally, there is a strong willingness to use National Express services again in the future.

National Express Edinburgh Milton Keynes recent customer reviews

Very clean . Much appreciated. Some other busses I have traveled on have stunk from the toilet.

Alexandra R.

July 31, 2017

I really enjoyed every single thing

Florence N.

August 30, 2024

Would travel again with national express

Dorothy A.

November 10, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?
The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes start from $26. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?
The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 464 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Milton Keynes route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes at 10:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?
A bus trip from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-06

$33

12-07

No data

Today

$68

12-09

$33

12-10

No data

12-11

$39

12-12

$38

12-13

$39

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $33

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $109 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-09.