What is the distance between Leicester and Milton Keynes?

The distance between the two cities is 45 miles (72 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leicester to Milton Keynes?

If you're headed to Milton Keynes from Leicester, chances are that your bus will depart from St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station and arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Leicester to Milton Keynes from $13 | Compare & Save up to 58%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Leicester to Milton Keynes on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:05am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 20m	9:25am	Milton Keynes Coachway	Cheapest
Bus	11:40am	Leicester, Braunstone (Hand Luggage, nr Rowley Fields Ave)	1h	12:40pm	Milton Keynes Coachway	Fastest
Bus	5:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 15m	7:10am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	5:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 15m	7:10am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	5:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 15m	7:10am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Milton Keynes on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 20m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	Cheapest
Bus	11:25am	Leicester, Braunstone (Hand Luggage, nr Rowley Fields Ave)	1h	12:25pm	Milton Keynes Coachway	Fastest
Bus	1:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 10m	2:55am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	1:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 10m	2:55am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	1:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 10m	2:55am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Milton Keynes on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 20m	5:15am	Milton Keynes Coachway	Cheapest
Bus	8:35am	Leicester, Braunstone (Hand Luggage, nr Rowley Fields Ave)	55m	9:30am	Milton Keynes Coachway	Fastest
Bus	1:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 10m	2:55am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	1:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 10m	2:55am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	1:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 10m	2:55am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Milton Keynes on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:55am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 20m	5:15am	Milton Keynes Coachway	Cheapest
Bus	8:35am	Leicester, Braunstone (Hand Luggage, nr Rowley Fields Ave)	55m	9:30am	Milton Keynes Coachway	Fastest
Bus	1:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 10m	2:55am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	1:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 10m	2:55am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	1:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 10m	2:55am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Leicester to Milton Keynes

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Milton Keynes. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $31	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $13	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,720 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29720 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $14

National Express Leicester Milton Keynes recent customer reviews

Bus on time both ends, journey smooth and without incident. Driver efficient and polite.

Lynda M.

May 23, 2024

Absolutely terrible driver delayed 1 hour waiting for 2 passengers ended being late for work and getting fired

Shaakir I.

June 8, 2023

Had a lovely relaxing journey. On time from Leicester however slow moving traffic delayed arrival time in Milton Keynes.

Minaxi L.

December 26, 2019

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Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Milton Keynes?

Stops in Leicester

A - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station

B - Leicester

C - Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound

D - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop

Stops in Milton Keynes

A - Milton Keynes Coachway

B - Milton Keynes

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Milton Keynes by bus

What is the distance between Leicester and Milton Keynes?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leicester to Milton Keynes?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/18

$13

11/19

$13

Today

$13

11/21

$14

11/22

$14

11/23

$14

11/24

$13

11/25

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The cheapest trip from Leicester to Milton Keynes was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $29 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Milton Keynes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-24.