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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£58
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 52 m
Trains on 19 Sept
6
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least 2 changes.
W33431+
G27780 · X068348:172h01Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:18Gatwick Airport (GTW)£411One-way2 changes- W33628+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
W457308:551h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£601One-way2 changes - W33393+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+X068348:301h48Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:18Gatwick Airport (GTW)£601One-way2 changes
Y80790+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G270758:351h55Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£601One-way2 changes- Y80787+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G270738:051h55Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)£601One-way2 changes
- W33393+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+X068348:301h48Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:18Gatwick Airport (GTW)£601One-way2 changes
- W33628+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+W457308:551h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£601One-way2 changes
C00580+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+C027188:221h52Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:14Gatwick Airport (GTW)£681One-way2 changes- Y80790+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G270758:351h55Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£601One-way2 changes
- Y80787+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G270738:051h55Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)£601One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 106 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 9m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 1h 49m by car). Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £23 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
Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y80787+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G27073 | 8:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h55 | 10:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W33431+G27780 · X06834 | 8:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h01 | 10:18 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| C00580+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+C02718 | 8:22 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h52 | 10:14 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W33393+X06834+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 8:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h48 | 10:18 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| Y80790+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G27075 | 8:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h55 | 10:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W33628+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+W45730 | 8:55 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 10:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:32, the last at 12:05. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 3:32 |
Last train 12:05 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Southern, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouthern, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Milton Keynes Central to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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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