Harlow to Milton Keynes train

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Great Western Railway
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West Midlands Trains
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Compare coach and train for Harlow to Milton Keynes

The cheapest option from Harlow to Milton Keynes is coach, with an average price of £29. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Harlow to Milton Keynes among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 66 km

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£40

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£29

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2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest option

1h 43m

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30m

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2h 40m

Average total duration

2h 10m

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Compare prices and tickets Harlow to Milton Keynes by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Harlow to Milton Keynes

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Harlow to Milton Keynes, including direct trains, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 1h 43m.

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
Coach from £29
Distance
66 km
Average train duration
1h 43m
Lowest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 43m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:32
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
28 days
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
Coach from £29

FAQs: Harlow to Milton Keynes train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harlow 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Harlow to Milton Keynes is 66 km.
The first train from Harlow to Milton Keynes leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Harlow to Milton Keynes departs at 23:32.
Trains from Harlow to Milton Keynes run approximately 5 times per day.
To get from Harlow to Milton Keynes, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Harlow to Milton Keynes.
The train station in Harlow that goes to Milton Keynes is Harlow Town (HWN), and it arrives at Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
Booking trains from Harlow to Milton Keynes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Harlow to Milton Keynes offers a mix of urban and rural views, passing through parts of Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, with stretches of countryside providing pleasant scenery, although it is not renowned for being exceptionally scenic.
Most visitors find that spending two to three days in Milton Keynes is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as Bletchley Park, the Milton Keynes Theatre, and the scenic parks and lakes.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Harlow to Milton Keynes.

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Important Stations and Airports in Harlow and Milton Keynes

Most Harlow to Milton Keynes trains use the Harlow Town to Milton Keynes Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Harlow and Milton Keynes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Harlow
Arrival train stations in Milton Keynes

Which Harlow station do trains to Milton Keynes leave from?

Trains from Harlow to Milton Keynes leave from Harlow Town. The station is 1 km from Harlow city centre at Harlow Town station, Station Approach, off Edinburgh Way, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2JD.
Harlow TownHarlow Town station, Station Approach, off Edinburgh Way, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2JD+44 8450507080WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Harlow Town from Harlow city centre

Harlow Town is 1 km from Harlow city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus10 · 21m · £2

Harlow Town train station facilities and services

Harlow Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Harlow Town.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Harlow Town.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Harlow Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Harlow Town: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Harlow Town: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Harlow Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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: No.

Harlow MillHarlow Mill station, Station Approach, off Cambridge Way, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2EL+44 3450507080WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Harlow Mill from Harlow city centre

Harlow Mill is 2 km from Harlow city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Liverpool Street - Bishops Stortford, London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North, London Liverpool Street - Cambridge, Stratford, London Liverpool Street - Ely, London Liverpool Street - Audley End · 3m · £0.90 · every ~5 min
Bus510, 509, 509A, 510A · 7m · £2 · every ~16 min
510, 509, 509A, 510A · 8m · £2 · every ~16 min
407 · 13m · £3

Harlow Mill train station facilities and services

Harlow Mill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Harlow Mill.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Harlow Mill.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Harlow Mill: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Harlow Mill: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

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