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

The cheapest bus tickets from Northampton to Milton Keynes start from $15. The average price for this route is around $16. 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 Northampton to Milton Keynes?

The average bus trip duration from Northampton to Milton Keynes is 35m, covering a distance of 16 miles (25 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Northampton to Milton Keynes route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Milton Keynes?

The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Milton Keynes at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Northampton to Milton Keynes generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Northampton to Milton Keynes from $14 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Northampton to Milton Keynes on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	35m	6:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Milton Keynes on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:50am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:15am	Milton Keynes Coachway	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	4:50am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:15am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	35m	7:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Milton Keynes on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:50am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:15am	Milton Keynes Coachway	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	4:50am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:15am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	35m	7:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Milton Keynes on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	35m	6:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Milton Keynes on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	35m	6:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Milton Keynes on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	35m	6:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Next departures for Northampton to Milton Keynes on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	3:15am	North Gate Bus Station	35m	3:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	4:35am	North Gate Bus Station	25m	5:00am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	35m	6:50am	Milton Keynes Coachway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:10 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Northampton 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

20mAverage Duration

16 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $46	Average Duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $24	Average Duration21m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Northampton and Milton Keynes?

Stops in Northampton

A
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4
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B
Northampton Coach Station
1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK
C
Greyfriars Bus Station
11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK
D
Northampton Rothersthorpe
15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, UK
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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

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29737 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 $15

National Express Northampton Milton Keynes recent customer reviews

overall, very pleasant. the coach leaving Northampton was a bit late but apart from that, very nice

Matthew W.

September 11, 2022

Great coach journey, although my children couldn’t the app to watch a movie. Lovely coach driver.

Michelle S.

August 20, 2018

Efficient service

Wingu L.

September 5, 2022

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Milton Keynes?
The cheapest bus tickets from Northampton to Milton Keynes start from $15. The average price for this route is around $16. 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 Northampton to Milton Keynes?
The average bus trip duration from Northampton to Milton Keynes is 35m, covering a distance of 16 miles (25 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Northampton to Milton Keynes route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Milton Keynes?
The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Milton Keynes at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Northampton to Milton Keynes?
A bus trip from Northampton to Milton Keynes generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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

11/26

$14

11/27

$14

Today

$14

11/29

$14

11/30

$14

12/01

$14

12/02

$14

12/03

$14

The cheapest trip from Northampton to Milton Keynes was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $58 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Milton Keynes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-29.