The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£22
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
55 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
1 h 15 m
Trains on 03 Sept
3
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 3 trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
21:141h33London Kings Cross (KGX)22:47Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£141One-way0 changes
17:491h18London Kings Cross (KGX)19:07Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£221One-way0 changes
8:560h55London Kings Cross (KGX)9:51Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£291One-way0 changes
8:560h55London Kings Cross (KGX)9:51Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£291One-way0 changes
17:491h18London Kings Cross (KGX)19:07Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£221One-way0 changes
21:141h33London Kings Cross (KGX)22:47Milton Keynes Central (MKC)£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 72 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC):
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 31m.
The journey is about 41m faster (44m by train vs 1h 25m by car) and roughly £16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£11 vs £27). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:56 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h55 | 9:51 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 09:26. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 52m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 7:26 |
Last train 9:26 |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) trains use the London Euston to Milton Keynes Central station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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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