Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Showing times and prices for 29 Jul

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

52 m

Average duration

56 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

72 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

To travel from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) you need to make at least one change.

  • West Midlands TrainsY80847+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross
    12:051h05
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    13:10London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £121One-way
    1 change
  • West Midlands TrainsY80853+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross
    12:351h02
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    13:37London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £121One-way
    1 change
  • West Midlands TrainsC17874+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross
    12:490h55
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    13:44London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £141One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33956+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross
    12:550h52
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    13:47London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £281One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW34182+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross
    12:290h54
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    13:23London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £281One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 72 km

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£27

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£12

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1h 37m

Average total duration

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3h 5m

Average total duration

2h 35m

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Live departures

Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times

The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Avanti West Coast19:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h59
20:28 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Wednesday 29 July
West Midlands TrainsY80847+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross12:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h05
13:10 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34233+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross12:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h57
13:14 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34182+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross12:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h54
13:23 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
West Midlands TrainsY80853+TubeTube from London Euston to London Kings Cross12:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h02
13:37 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 52m.

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 £10
Distance
72 km
Average train duration
1h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
52m
First train
6:32
Last train
19:29
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £10

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£24
West Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£22
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
£16
Thameslink frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 52m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is 72 km.
The first train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 6:32.
The last train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) departs at 19:29.
Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Yes, there is a direct train between Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and London Kings Cross (KGX). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
To get from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
The cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Milton Keynes Central to London Kings Cross is not typically considered scenic as it primarily travels through urban and suburban landscapes with limited views of countryside or notable landmarks.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Milton Keynes Central to London Kings Cross. The journey takes 52m and the distance is 72 km. There are 8 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX).

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Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and London Kings Cross (KGX)

Most Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Milton Keynes Central to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Milton Keynes
Arrival train stations in London
Milton Keynes CentralMilton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA+44 3301235247ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

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:

BusMk1, X5 · 7m · £2 · every ~11 min

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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