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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Southampton
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Southampton 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 Southampton will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 4 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Southampton 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 134 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 27 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.
3:304h27Milton Keynes7:57Southampton£291One-way0 changes- 7:003h22Milton Keynes10:22Southampton£291One-way0 changes
- 8:003h22Milton Keynes11:22Southampton£381One-way0 changes
6:323h11Milton Keynes9:43Southampton£811One-way0 changes
- 6:323h11Milton Keynes9:43Southampton£811One-way0 changes
- 8:003h22Milton Keynes11:22Southampton£381One-way0 changes
- 7:003h22Milton Keynes10:22Southampton£291One-way0 changes
- 3:304h27Milton Keynes7:57Southampton£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Milton Keynes to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 134 km
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3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milton Keynes to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Southampton trains for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 3:30 Milton Keynes | 4h27 | 7:57 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:32 Milton Keynes | 3h11 | 9:43 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:00 Milton Keynes | 3h22 | 10:22 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Milton Keynes | 3h22 | 11:22 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Milton Keynes to Southampton by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern, Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Milton Keynes to Southampton.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Southampton
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Southampton trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Southampton from £12. 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 to Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and Southampton
Most Milton Keynes to Southampton trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Southampton leave from?
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.
Which Southampton station do trains from Milton Keynes arrive at?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Millbrook (Hants) from Southampton city centre
Millbrook (Hants) is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Millbrook (Hants) train station facilities and services
Millbrook (Hants) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Millbrook (Hants).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Millbrook (Hants): Parking.
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