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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
463 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 463 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
09:115h10
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:21Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
£371One-way
0 changes
07:524h56
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:48Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
£551One-way
0 changes
09:524h29
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:21Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
£811One-way
0 changes
07:305h37
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:07Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
£1421One-way
0 changes
09:524h29
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:21Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
£811One-way
0 changes
07:524h56
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:48Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
£551One-way
0 changes
09:115h10
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:21Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
£371One-way
0 changes
07:305h37
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:07Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
£1421One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 463 km
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h37 | 13:07 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h56 | 12:48 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h10 | 14:21 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h29 | 14:21 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £27
Distance 463 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 17:52 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £27
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, LNER, first_transpennine_express from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, LNER, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC) from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 29m
Cheapest Price
£30
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 34m
Cheapest Price
£37
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
LNER
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 37m
Cheapest Price
£94
LNER frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 29m
Cheapest Price
£214
first_transpennine_express frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
The train distance from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) is 463 km.
Booking trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC). The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £80.
The train journey from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) covers a distance of 463 km and takes approximately 4h 29m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) is by flight, costing approximately £27.
The first train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) leaves at 5:52.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
The last train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) departs at 17:52.
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) run approximately 5 times per day.
To get from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC), you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Edinburgh
Milton Keynes
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
The major train station for arrivals in Milton Keynes is Milton Keynes Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milton Keynes Central for your journey to Milton Keynes from Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
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