How to get to Milton Keynes from Mansfield

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Compare train for Mansfield to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mansfield to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £69.

Distance: 125 km

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£69

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£13

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£26

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2h 57m

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2h 27m

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4h 0m

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1h 45m

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The cheapest way to travel from Mansfield to Milton Keynes is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Mansfield to Milton Keynes:

A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mansfield to Milton Keynes costing on average £69.

The fastest way to travel from Mansfield to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 2h 57m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 0m.

Yes, you can take a train between Mansfield and Milton Keynes.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £69 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£43. The journey takes 2h 27m versus 1h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Mansfield to Milton Keynes

How to get to Milton Keynes from Mansfield by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Mansfield to Milton Keynes is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • East Midlands Railways
    7:443h04
    Mansfield
    10:48Milton Keynes
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  • East Midlands Railways
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    10:48Milton Keynes
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  • East Midlands Railways
    7:443h04
    Mansfield
    10:48Milton Keynes
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  • East Midlands Railways
    8:123h36
    Mansfield
    11:48Milton Keynes
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  • East Midlands Railways
    6:113h37
    Mansfield
    9:48Milton Keynes
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  • East Midlands Railways
    7:123h51
    Mansfield
    11:03Milton Keynes
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Best day trips from Milton Keynes by train

The most popular day trips by train from Milton Keynes are London, Birmingham, Oxford, Cambridge and Coventry. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Milton Keynes on Omio.

A view of London

Day trip from Milton Keynes to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.

A view of Birmingham

Day trip from Milton Keynes to Birmingham by train

Why visit Birmingham for the day?

Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.

A view of Oxford

Day trip from Milton Keynes to Oxford by train

Why visit Oxford for the day?

Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.

A view of Cambridge

Day trip from Milton Keynes to Cambridge by train

Why visit Cambridge for the day?

Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.

A view of Coventry

Day trip from Milton Keynes to Coventry by train

Why visit Coventry for the day?

Coventry blends medieval history with post-war architecture and a strong industrial past. It is best known for its cathedral ruins, modern Coventry Cathedral and links to British car making.

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FAQs: Mansfield to Milton Keynes

Travel 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 Mansfield to Milton Keynes.

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You can travel between Mansfield and Milton Keynes by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Mansfield to Milton Keynes is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Mansfield to Milton Keynes:

A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mansfield to Milton Keynes costing on average £69.

The fastest way to travel from Mansfield to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 2h 57m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 0m.

The Mansfield to Milton Keynes distance is approximately 125 km.
The average frequency per day from Mansfield to Milton Keynes is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mansfield and Milton Keynes as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Mansfield to Milton Keynes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Mansfield station (MFT) and arrive in Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mansfield to Milton Keynes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway to go to Milton Keynes by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Milton Keynes by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Mansfield to Milton Keynes:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Mansfield to Milton Keynes often also extend their vacation to go to London Euston (EUS), London, Manchester, Northampton, Birmingham New Street (BHM). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milton Keynes and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Mansfield to Milton Keynes, you can take a train.
Most visitors find that spending two to three days in Milton Keynes is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as Bletchley Park, the Milton Keynes Theatre, and the scenic parks and lakes.

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