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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Milton Keynes
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
233 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Milton Keynes will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston for Milton Keynes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
10:182h57
Preston13:15Milton Keynes
£501One-way
0 changes
10:182h57
Preston13:15Milton Keynes
£501One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 233 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£52 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Milton Keynes train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:18 Preston | 2h57 | 13:15 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Milton Keynes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Milton Keynes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
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 £17
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 22:10 |
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 £17
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Milton Keynes trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Milton Keynes from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
£25
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
FAQs: Preston to Milton Keynes train
FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Milton Keynes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to Milton Keynes.
The train distance from Preston to Milton Keynes is 233 km.
Booking trains from Preston to Milton Keynes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Preston and Milton Keynes. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
The train journey from Preston to Milton Keynes covers a distance of 233 km and takes approximately 1h 51m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Preston to Milton Keynes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Milton Keynes is by coach, costing approximately £17.
To get from Preston to Milton Keynes, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Preston to Milton Keynes leaves at 5:32.
The train station in Preston that goes to Milton Keynes is Preston station (PRE), and it arrives at Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
The last train from Preston to Milton Keynes departs at 22:10.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston to Milton Keynes.
Trains from Preston to Milton Keynes run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes.
There is no night train service from Preston to Milton Keynes.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Milton Keynes
Preston
Milton Keynes
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Milton Keynes.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transport options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
The major train station for arrivals 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 journey to Milton Keynes from Preston.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
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
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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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