Bus Milton Keynes to Edinburgh: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

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

today

$39

tomorrow

$60

Monday

$16

Tuesday

$20

Wednesday

$16

Thursday

$16

Friday

$20

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	9h 55m	12:30 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	10:25 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$39	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 12:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
National Express	8h 5m	11:35 PM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:40 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
National Express	8h 30m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:35 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$53	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 10:05:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	10h 5m	9:40 PM	Milton Keynes	Central Station	7:45 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square		Economy	$60	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 9:40:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh via Leeds, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  13h 10m
  
  0
  
  6:35 PM
  
  Milton Keynes
  Coachway
  
  11:05 PM
  
  Leeds
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 6:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  4h 40m
  
  0
  
  3:05 AM
  
  Leeds
  Bus Station
  
  7:45 AM
  
  Edinburgh
  St Andrew Square
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $31
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 3:05:00 AM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Travel time is 3h 5m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 5m	11:35 PM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:40 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
National Express	8h 30m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:35 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 10:05:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
National Express	9h 55m	12:30 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	10:25 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$39	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 12:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
FlixBus	10h 5m	9:40 PM	Milton Keynes	Central Station	7:45 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 9:40:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 30m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:35 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 10:05:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
National Express	8h 5m	11:35 PM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:40 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
National Express	9h 55m	12:30 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	10:25 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 12:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
FlixBus	10h 5m	9:40 PM	Milton Keynes	Central Station	7:45 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 9:40:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 30m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:35 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 10:05:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
National Express	8h 5m	11:35 PM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:40 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
National Express	9h 55m	12:30 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	10:25 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 12:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
FlixBus	10h 5m	9:40 PM	Milton Keynes	Central Station	7:45 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 9:40:00 PM to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 30m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:35 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 10:05:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
National Express	8h 5m	11:35 PM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:40 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
National Express	9h 25m	11:00 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	8:25 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
National Express	9h 55m	12:30 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	10:25 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$39	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 12:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 45m	10:05 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	6:50 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/31/2026 10:05:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
National Express	8h 5m	11:35 PM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	7:40 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/31/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/1/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
National Express	9h 55m	12:30 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	10:25 AM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/31/2026 12:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
National Express	9h 40m	11:00 AM	Milton Keynes	Coachway	8:40 PM	Edinburgh	Central bus station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Coachway, Milton Keynes (United Kingdom) at 7/31/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m

Frequency of bus connections between Milton Keynes and Edinburgh

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Milton Keynes and Edinburgh.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 11 buses from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Milton Keynes and Edinburgh, with 6 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/27/2026 costs just $16, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus	$16
Fastest Bus	8h 5m
Earliest Bus	12:30 AM
Latest Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	287.8 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Milton Keynes for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$39

Sunday 07/26

$60

Monday 07/27

$16

Tuesday 07/28

$51

Wednesday 07/29

$55

Thursday 07/30

$16

Friday 07/31

$20

Saturday 08/01

$23

Sunday 08/02

$23

Monday 08/03

$55

Tuesday 08/04

$16

Wednesday 08/05

$61

Thursday 08/06

$65

Friday 08/07

$20

Saturday 08/08

$23

Sunday 08/09

$20

Monday 08/10

$71

Tuesday 08/11

$16

Wednesday 08/12

$63

Thursday 08/13

$61

Friday 08/14

$23

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

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

With a price starting from $16, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $23.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh, with $16. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $16.

How to save money travelling from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Milton Keynes and Edinburgh

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

Coachway

The Coachway

Central Station

Bus Stop

Midsummer Boulevard 653

Kingston Shopping Centre

Winchester Cir 1

National Bowl

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Service and Comfort on the bus from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Milton Keynes to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Milton Keynes Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 8h 5m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $63. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Edinburgh.

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

Every day, the Milton Keynes to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh is offered by National Express and takes 8h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $43. 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 Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Milton Keynes starts at 12:30 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 Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Milton Keynes for Edinburgh starts at 11:35 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 Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. 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 Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Milton Keynes and Edinburgh 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Milton Keynes to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Milton Keynes and to Edinburgh

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