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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 43 m
Trains on 18 Sept
95
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) you need to make at least 2 changes.
G26292 · G27745+
W3394410:021h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:51Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£411One-way2 changes- G26393 · G27745+W339449:561h55Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:51Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£411One-way2 changes
- G26400 · G27747+W3423810:561h55Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:51Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£411One-way2 changes
- G26407 · G27749+W3421411:561h55Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:51Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£411One-way2 changes
- G26414 · G27751+W3423212:561h55Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:51Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£411One-way2 changes
G77240+
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C013126:401h43Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:23Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£681One-way2 changes- G77248+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W339617:401h43Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:23Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£681One-way2 changes
- G77256+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W340598:401h43Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:23Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£681One-way2 changes
- G77281+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W3406111:401h43Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:23Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£601One-way2 changes
- G77289+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W3405312:401h43Gatwick Airport (GTW)14:23Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£601One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 106 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC):
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) costing on average £40.
Other travel options to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 20m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (1h 40m by train vs 1h 59m by car). Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G26151+ W70270+ LT218200+ G07171 | 6:13 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h32 | 8:45 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3 changes | |
| C83034+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W34073 | 6:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h46 | 8:14 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| G77240+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C01312 | 6:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h43 | 8:23 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| C82505+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+Y80805 | 6:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h54 | 8:37 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| C83035 · G27740+W34260 | On time 7:03 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h48 | 8:51 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| C83035+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W34260 | On time 7:03 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h48 | 8:51 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| C83038+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W33930 | 7:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h49 | 9:14 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| C82783+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C17848 | 7:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h46 | 9:18 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| G77248+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W33961 | 7:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h43 | 9:23 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| C82340+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C17883 | 7:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h54 | 9:37 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| G26282 · G27743+W34077 | 8:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h49 | 9:51 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| G26282+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W34077 | 8:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h49 | 9:51 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 07:32. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 7:32 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Southern, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Gatwick Express, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) trainsSouthern, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Gatwick Express, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milton Keynes Central (MKC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) trains use the London Euston to Milton Keynes Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services
Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: 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.
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