The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 58 m
Trains on 19 Sept
3
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 3 trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.
5:512h21Milton Keynes Central (MKC)8:12London Heathrow Airport£171One-way0 changes
17:351h46Milton Keynes Central (MKC)19:21London Heathrow Airport£331One-way0 changes
11:551h47Milton Keynes Central (MKC)13:42London Heathrow Airport£371One-way0 changes
17:351h46Milton Keynes Central (MKC)19:21London Heathrow Airport£331One-way0 changes
11:551h47Milton Keynes Central (MKC)13:42London Heathrow Airport£371One-way0 changes
5:512h21Milton Keynes Central (MKC)8:12London Heathrow Airport£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 66 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m 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 London Heathrow Airport:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £49.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 54m.
Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-21.34. The journey takes 1h 26m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:51 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h21 | 8:12 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 08:29. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 31 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 8:29 |
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Train companies: Elizabeth line, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport trainsElizabeth line, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and London Heathrow Airport from £8. 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 London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and London Heathrow Airport
Most Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Milton Keynes Central to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and London Heathrow Airport 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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