Milton Keynes to London train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to London

Showing times and prices for 20 Aug

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

32 m

Average duration

32 m

Trains per day

84

Distance

73 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to London 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 London will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

Of the 84 trains that leave Milton Keynes for London every day 84 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 33 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 TrainsY80895
    16:050h45
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    16:50London Euston (EUS)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsY80859
    13:050h45
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    13:50London Euston (EUS)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsY80865
    13:350h42
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    14:17London Euston (EUS)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsY80878
    14:350h42
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    15:17London Euston (EUS)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsC17802
    14:050h45
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    14:50London Euston (EUS)
    £81One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Milton Keynes to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 73 km

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Train
Coach

£18

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 12m

Average total duration

1h 42m

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30m

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National Express

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Live departures

Milton Keynes to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to London trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
West Midlands TrainsC17837
Delayed
11:00 11:49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
11:33 11:33London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW3389611:55 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h32
12:27 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW7031312:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
13:07 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY80847
On time
12:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h45
12:50 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34233
On time
12:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h37
12:54 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW3418212:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h34
13:03 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW7031912:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
13:37 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY80853
On time
12:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h42
13:17 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC1787412:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
13:24 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33956
On time
12:55 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h32
13:27 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW7032713:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
14:07 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY80859
On time
13:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h45
13:50 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33910
On time
13:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h37
13:54 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34094
On time
13:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h34
14:03 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW7033313:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
14:37 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY80865
On time
13:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h42
14:17 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC1780613:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
14:24 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW70341
On time
14:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
15:07 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC1780214:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h45
14:50 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
LumoC00578
On time
14:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h36
15:00 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW3389414:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h34
15:03 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW70347
On time
14:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
15:37 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY80878
On time
14:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h42
15:17 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC18016
On time
14:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
15:24 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW3427014:55 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h32
15:27 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW70354
On time
15:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
16:07 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY80883
On time
15:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h45
15:50 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW70360
On time
15:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
16:37 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33949
On time
15:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
16:05 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC1780115:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h42
16:17 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC18008
On time
15:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
16:24 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34228
On time
15:55 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h33
16:28 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW70369
On time
16:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
17:07 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY8089516:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h45
16:50 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34236
On time
16:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h37
16:54 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW70375
On time
16:28 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h05
17:33 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW3416516:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
17:04 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY80900
On time
16:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h42
17:17 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC18015
On time
16:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
17:24 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastC0129116:52 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
17:27 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW70383
On time
16:58 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h05
18:03 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY80903
On time
17:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h45
17:50 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34244
On time
17:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h37
17:54 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW70389
On time
17:28 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h05
18:33 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW3416317:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
18:04 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY80908
On time
17:36 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h42
18:18 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC17791
On time
17:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
18:24 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34071
On time
23:03 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h55
23:58 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsP6953823:08 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h03
0:11 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW3421923:33 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h10
0:43 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC1791323:46 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h03
0:49 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Thursday 20 August
Avanti West CoastW338640:20 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h54
1:14 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW338610:27 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h50
1:17 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW702463:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
4:37 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW705664:32 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h06
5:38 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW705695:20 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h02
6:22 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW705725:50 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h03
6:53 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW338196:27 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h36
7:03 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC179116:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
7:37 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY807756:32 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h38
7:10 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY807836:42 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h39
7:21 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC179916:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
7:24 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW342026:54 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h33
7:27 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY807846:56 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h42
7:38 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW340196:59 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h32
7:31 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY807867:07 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h43
7:50 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW339437:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h36
7:53 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW339277:25 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
8:00 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC178987:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h36
8:05 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW702567:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h09
8:39 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY807897:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h43
8:18 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC179777:46 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
8:21 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW702638:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h09
9:09 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC179448:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h43
8:48 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW342058:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
8:52 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC246758:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h08
9:38 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY808038:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h45
9:20 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC179208:47 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
9:22 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC178808:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h36
9:25 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW341178:57 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h34
9:31 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW702759:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
10:07 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY808129:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h45
9:50 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW342849:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h37
9:54 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW338789:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h34
10:03 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW702809:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
10:37 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY808179:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h42
10:17 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC178849:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h35
10:24 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW339529:55 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h32
10:27 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW7028710:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
11:07 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY8082310:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h45
10:50 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW3417010:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h34
11:03 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW7029210:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h07
11:37 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY8082910:35 Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h42
11:17 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Milton Keynes to London?

The best time to book your train from Milton Keynes to London is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Milton Keynes to London route.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to London

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Trains from Milton Keynes to London run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 32m.

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 £6
Distance
73 km
Average train duration
1h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
10
Fastest train
32m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
28 days
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 £6

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Lumo from Milton Keynes to London trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Lumo trains will get you between Milton Keynes and London from £5. 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
35m
Cheapest Price
£5
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
32m
Cheapest Price
£14
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 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

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
£6
Lumo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

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Trains from Milton Keynes to London

Over 100 trains per day travel from Milton Keynes to London. The vast majority of services are direct and reach London in around 50 minutes. Weekday and Saturday services run throughout the day from early in the morning until late in the evening. Sunday train services begin running slightly later in the morning but continue at a rate of around 3 per hour throughout the day.

Which train companies travel from Milton Keynes to London?

Virgin Trains and West Midlands Railway operate the train services that run between Milton Keynes and London. West Midlands Railway offer a more frequent service, while Virgin Trains are faster

How long is the train from Milton Keynes to London?

The fastest trains take 31 minutes to travel the 53 miles from Milton Keynes to London. Average journey times are around 51 minutes.

How many trains are there from Milton Keynes to London?

On weekdays, an average of 133 trains travel from Milton Keynes to London. Only slightly fewer services operate at weekends. Trains are very frequent, with up to 8 services leaving Milton Keynes every hour during the busiest times of day. Departures are spread throughout the day, allowing passengers a large choice of departure time, right into the evening.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Milton Keynes to London?

Departure train station: Located on the edge of Milton Keynes' central business district, Milton Keynes Central station is just over a mile from the town centre. The station car park has parking for almost 1000 vehicles, with disabled customers displaying a valid Blue Badge benefiting from free parking in one of 18 accessible spaces. There is also a taxi rank, sheltered storage for 900 bicycles and cycle hire facilities. Local buses and trains connect the station to nearby Luton airport. Refreshment facilities at the station include a convenience store, a coffee shop, a kiosk and several vending machines.

Arrival train station: Located in central London, London Euston is within walking distance of many of the capital's biggest tourist attractions, business destinations and hotels. It also benefits from excellent public transport links. As well as the mainline railway station, London Euston has an underground station, which serves the Victoria and Northern lines, a bus station and a taxi rank. Passengers also have the use of a variety of waiting rooms, shops, bars, restaurants and takeaway food outlets.

FAQs: Milton Keynes to London train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Milton Keynes to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from Milton Keynes to London covers a distance of 73 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Milton Keynes to London is 73 km.
The first train from Milton Keynes to London leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Milton Keynes to London departs at 23:57.
Trains from Milton Keynes to London run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Milton Keynes to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between Milton Keynes and London. The service operates 10 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
To get from Milton Keynes to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Milton Keynes to London.
The train station in Milton Keynes that goes to London is Milton Keynes Central (MKC), and it arrives at London Euston (EUS).
The cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to London is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Milton Keynes to London 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 London offers glimpses of the English countryside, with views of rolling fields and occasional woodlands, but it is largely characterised by urban and suburban landscapes as it approaches London.
Yes, a day trip from Milton Keynes to London is feasible. The journey takes 32m, covering 73 km, with 9 trains per day.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Milton Keynes to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and London

Most Milton Keynes to London trains use the Milton Keynes Central to London Euston station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and London 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

Which Milton Keynes station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Milton Keynes to London leave from Milton Keynes Central. The station is 2 km from Milton Keynes city centre at Milton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA.
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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