The cheapest and fastest trains from Halifax to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£175
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halifax to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halifax to Milton Keynes will cost around £175 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Of the 3 trains that leave Halifax for Milton Keynes every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Halifax to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Halifax to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 200 km
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£137 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Halifax to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Halifax to Milton Keynes trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:46 Halifax | 3h15 | 22:01 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
![]() | 04:58 Halifax | 3h55 | 08:53 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:59 Halifax | 4h15 | 09:14 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:17 Halifax | 3h31 | 12:48 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax to Milton Keynes
Trains from Halifax to Milton Keynes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 01:56 |
Last train 22:02 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Halifax to Milton Keynes trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Halifax and Milton Keynes from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Halifax to Milton Keynes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax to Milton Keynes 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Halifax and Milton Keynes
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are open during station opening hours. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The nearest public toilets are a 5 minute walk from the station.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Horton Street. (200 yards from the Station)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- 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
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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