Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard

Showing times and prices for 19 Nov

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

11 m

Average duration

11 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

15 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Leighton Buzzard every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .

The slowest trains will take 12 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.

West Midlands Trains
10:050h11
Milton Keynes
10:16Leighton Buzzard
£51One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Trains
17:050h11
Milton Keynes
17:16Leighton Buzzard
£101One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Trains
07:350h12
Milton Keynes
07:47Leighton Buzzard
£111One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Trains
06:070h11
Milton Keynes
06:18Leighton Buzzard
£111One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.

Distance: 15 km

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Coach

£8

Average Price

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

41m

Average total duration

Fastest

11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 28m

Average total duration

58m

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30m

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Live departures

Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard train times

The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
west_midlands_rail17:05 Milton Keynes
0h11
17:16 Leighton Buzzard0 changesdirect
Wednesday 19 November
west_midlands_rail06:07 Milton Keynes
0h11
06:18 Leighton Buzzard0 changesdirect
west_midlands_rail07:35 Milton Keynes
0h12
07:47 Leighton Buzzard0 changesdirect
west_midlands_rail10:05 Milton Keynes
0h11
10:16 Leighton Buzzard0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard

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Trains from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 11m.

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 £3
Distance
15 km
Average train duration
11m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
11m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:56
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 £3

Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Leighton Buzzard from £3. 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
11m
Cheapest Price
£5
West Midlands Trains frequency
5 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

FAQs: Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard 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 Leighton Buzzard, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Leighton Buzzard can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to visit popular sites such as the Grand Union Canal, Rushmere Country Park, and the Leighton Buzzard Railway.
The cost of a train ticket from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £8.
Booking trains from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard 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 to Leighton Buzzard covers a distance of 15 km and takes approximately 11m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard is by coach, costing approximately £3.
The train station in Milton Keynes that goes to Leighton Buzzard is Milton Keynes Central (MKC), and it arrives at Leighton Buzzard station (LBZ).
The train distance from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard is 15 km.
The first train from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard departs at 23:56.
Trains from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Milton Keynes and Leighton Buzzard. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
There is no night train service from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard.
Yes, you can take the train from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard.
To get from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and Leighton Buzzard

Milton Keynes
Leighton Buzzard
The major train station for departures in Milton Keynes is Milton Keynes Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milton Keynes Central for your trip from Milton Keynes to Leighton Buzzard.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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

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