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

The cheapest bus tickets from Milton Keynes to Stansted start from $19. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Milton Keynes to Stansted?

The average bus trip duration from Milton Keynes to Stansted is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 43 miles (69 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Milton Keynes to Stansted route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Milton Keynes to Stansted at 2:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Milton Keynes to Stansted generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Milton Keynes to Stansted from $22 | Compare & Save up to 54%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Stansted on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	4:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:05am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	4:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	5:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	5:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	7:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 50m	10:10am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Stansted on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	2:05am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	4:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Fastest
Bus	2:05am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	4:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	5:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	10:10am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Stansted on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	4:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:05am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	4:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	5:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	5:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	10:10am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Stansted on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	4:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:05am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	4:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	5:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	5:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 25m	7:45am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	7:20am	Milton Keynes Coachway	2h 50m	10:10am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milton Keynes to Stansted

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

42 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $46	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $16	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Milton Keynes and Stansted?

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

Stops in Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers have shared positive feedback about their experiences, highlighting the efficient service and courteous drivers. Many appreciated the clean buses and friendly staff. Additionally, users found the WiFi to be good and enjoyed comfortable seating during their journeys. Overall, travelers were pleased with both punctuality and helpfulness of the personnel on board.

National Express Milton Keynes Stansted recent customer reviews

A most enjoyable experience…. Efficient service and very pleasant staff, a courteous driver with a sense of humour

Frances F.

October 11, 2022

The bus arrived at Stansted airport about 50 min later than scheduled, which is just unacceptable

Nat S.

April 19, 2022

Very good service

Susan M.

May 14, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Stansted 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 Milton Keynes to Stansted?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milton Keynes to Stansted start from $19. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Milton Keynes to Stansted?
The average bus trip duration from Milton Keynes to Stansted is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 43 miles (69 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Milton Keynes to Stansted route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milton Keynes to Stansted?
The earliest bus departs from Milton Keynes to Stansted at 2:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milton Keynes to Stansted?
A bus trip from Milton Keynes to Stansted generates an estimated 2 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

11/25

$30

11/26

$30

Today

$30

11/28

$30

11/29

$22

11/30

$22

12/01

$22

12/02

$22

The cheapest trip from Milton Keynes to Stansted was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $44 for a bus ticket from Milton Keynes to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-30.