The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmslow to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow to Milton Keynes will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wilmslow 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 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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, coach and flight for Wilmslow to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmslow to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £167.
Distance: 174 km
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Live departures
Wilmslow to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmslow to Milton Keynes trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:59 Wilmslow | 2h50 | 07:49 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:30 Wilmslow | 1h24 | 08:54 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmslow to Milton Keynes
Trains from Wilmslow to Milton Keynes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 06:17 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales from Wilmslow to Milton Keynes trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Wilmslow and Milton Keynes from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Wilmslow to Milton Keynes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow and Milton Keynes
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platforms 1, 3 and 4 only - Access to Manchester and Crewe platforms by means of subway from booking hall and ramp to each platform. Access to Manchester Airport platform from rear car park via ramp. Use help point button to call assistance to unlock the gate onto the platform.
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up & set down in the Short Stay Car Park
- 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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