The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Milton Keynes will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sheffield for Milton Keynes every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 157 km
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£79 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Milton Keynes trains for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C75196 · C75221+ W05509 | On time 08:23 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h25 | 10:48 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
C75192+ W02735 | On time 08:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h20 | 11:16 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 change | |
C75082+ W05513 | On time 09:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h52 | 11:48 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 change | |
C75198 · C75225+ W05517 | On time 10:26 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h22 | 12:48 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Milton Keynes
Trains from Sheffield to Milton Keynes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 01:55 |
Last train 22:41 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Milton Keynes trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Milton Keynes from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Milton Keynes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Milton Keynes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
- 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
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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