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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 41 m
Trains on 19 Sept
15
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Manchester Victoria (MCV) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 15 trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV), including 13 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.
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L8910221:222h44Milton Keynes Central (MKC)0:06Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£231One-way1 change
W3346816:241h41Milton Keynes Central (MKC)18:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£391One-way0 changes- W3343615:241h41Milton Keynes Central (MKC)17:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£411One-way0 changes
- W3346217:241h41Milton Keynes Central (MKC)19:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£411One-way0 changes
- W3367514:241h41Milton Keynes Central (MKC)16:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£431One-way0 changes
- W3368010:241h41Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£491One-way0 changes
- W3356412:241h41Milton Keynes Central (MKC)14:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£471One-way0 changes
- W335139:241h41Milton Keynes Central (MKC)11:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£491One-way0 changes
- W3367514:241h41Milton Keynes Central (MKC)16:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£431One-way0 changes
- W3350111:241h41Milton Keynes Central (MKC)13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £253.
Distance: 189 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £253 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV):
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) costing on average £57.
A coach is £230 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) costing on average £253.
Other travel options to Manchester Victoria (MCV) take longer:
Flight takes on average 1h 56m.
Coach takes on average 3h 25m.
You'll arrive about 1h 9m sooner (1h 41m by train vs 2h 50m by car). Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £37 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.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
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 Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01312 | Delayed 7:29 8:24Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 10:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33961 | On time 9:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34059 | On time 10:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34210 | On time 11:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34101 | On time 12:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34061 | On time 13:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34053 | On time 14:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 16:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34157 | On time 15:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34231 | On time 16:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33804 | On time 17:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 19:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33800 | On time 18:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 20:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34024 | On time 19:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34042 | On time 20:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h41 | 22:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17885+L89100 | Delayed 20:21 21:19Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h46 | 0:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| W34076 | On time 21:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h43 | 23:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33663+ N60935 | 7:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h10 | 9:10 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 21:46 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from £21. 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 Manchester Victoria (MCV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Manchester Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Most Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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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