Bus Milton Keynes to Manchester: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Milton Keynes to Manchester from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today

from $34

tomorrow

from $29

Friday

from $29

Saturday

from $29

Sunday

from $29

Monday

from $23

Tuesday

from $27

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 25m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
National Express	4h 0m	3:35 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:35 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2025 3:35:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 5m	9:15 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	12:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2025 9:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	3h 15m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	1:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2025 10:05:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
National Express	4h 20m	10:40 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	3:00 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2025 10:40:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 25m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
National Express	5h 15m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:05 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	4h 0m	3:35 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:35 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2025 3:35:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 5m	9:15 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	12:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2025 9:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	3h 15m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	1:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2025 10:05:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 25m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
National Express	5h 15m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:05 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	4h 0m	3:35 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:35 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2025 3:35:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 5m	9:15 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	12:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2025 9:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	3h 15m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	1:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2025 10:05:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 25m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
National Express	5h 15m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:05 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	4h 0m	3:35 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:35 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 3:35:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 5m	9:15 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	12:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 9:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	3h 15m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	1:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2025 10:05:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 25m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
National Express	5h 15m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:05 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	4h 0m	3:35 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:35 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 3:35:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 5m	9:15 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	12:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 9:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	3h 15m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	1:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2025 10:05:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 15m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:05 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	5h 25m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
National Express	3h 5m	12:45 PM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	3:50 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2025 12:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	3h 10m	1:45 PM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	4:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2025 1:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2025 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
National Express	3h 20m	2:45 PM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:05 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2025 2:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 25m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
National Express	5h 15m	12:50 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:05 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 12:50:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2025 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	4h 0m	3:35 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:35 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 3:35:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2025 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 5m	9:15 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	12:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 9:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2025 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	3h 15m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	1:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2025 10:05:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2025 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Frequency of bus connections between Milton Keynes and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between Milton Keynes and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Milton Keynes to Manchester. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between Milton Keynes and Manchester.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 44 buses from Milton Keynes to Manchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Milton Keynes and Manchester, with 21 offers.

Facts about the bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 19 times every day by bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Milton Keynes to Manchester starting from $23!

Cheapest Bus	$23
Fastest Bus	2h 20m
Earliest Bus	12:50 AM
Latest Bus	11:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes	19 Ø
Distance	117.3 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Milton Keynes to Manchester

Every day, 19 buses from 1 bus companies leave Milton Keynes for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/20

Monday 07/21

Tuesday 07/22

Wednesday 07/23

$34

Thursday 07/24

$29

Friday 07/25

$29

Saturday 07/26

$29

Sunday 07/27

$29

Monday 07/28

$23

Tuesday 07/29

$27

Wednesday 07/30

$24

Thursday 07/31

$24

Friday 08/01

Saturday 08/02

$27

Sunday 08/03

$24

Monday 08/04

$24

Tuesday 08/05

$23

Wednesday 08/06

$24

Thursday 08/07

$24

Friday 08/08

Saturday 08/09

$24

Sunday 08/10

Monday 08/11

$24

Tuesday 08/12

$24

Wednesday 08/13

Thursday 08/14

$24

Friday 08/15

$24

Saturday 08/16

The cheapest time to travel from Milton Keynes to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Milton Keynes to Manchester, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $23, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $34.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Milton Keynes to Manchester, with $23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $27.

How to save money travelling from Milton Keynes to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Milton Keynes to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Milton Keynes to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Milton Keynes to Manchester

These are the most booked bus companies between Milton Keynes to Manchester from our users.

National Express from Milton Keynes to Manchester

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Milton Keynes to Manchester:

Cheapest Price	$23
Fastest Bus	2h 20m
Earliest Bus	12:50 AM
Last Bus	11:05 PM
Daily Connections	19 Ø
Found on	7/22/2025

All bus stations and stops in Milton Keynes and Manchester

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Milton Keynes and Manchester.

Coachway

The Coachway

Central Station

Bus Stop

Midsummer Boulevard 653

Kingston Shopping Centre

Winchester Cir 1

National Bowl

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Milton Keynes to Manchester? Compare all modes of transports from Milton Keynes to Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Milton Keynes to Manchester? Or which bus companies serve the route Milton Keynes to Manchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Milton Keynes to Manchester bus

How much does a Milton Keynes Manchester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $23 and takes 5h 15m to reach Manchester. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Milton Keynes to Manchester?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $23 and $53. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Manchester.

On average, how many connections are available from Milton Keynes to Manchester each day?

Every day, the Milton Keynes to Manchester bus route is served by approximately 19 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Milton Keynes to Manchester take?

The fastest bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester is offered by National Express and takes 2h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $38. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester?

The earliest bus arriving in Manchester from Milton Keynes starts at 12:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester?

The latest bus trip departing from Milton Keynes for Manchester starts at 11:05 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Milton Keynes Manchester route?

When traveling by bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Milton Keynes and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Milton Keynes and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Milton Keynes to Manchester bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Milton Keynes Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Milton Keynes Manchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Milton Keynes to Manchester

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Milton Keynes and to Manchester

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Milton Keynes and to Manchester. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!