How to get to Milton Keynes from Plymouth

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Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £306.

Distance: 300 km

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£113

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Compare ways to travel from Plymouth to Milton Keynes

Compare the available ways to get from Plymouth to Milton Keynes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Plymouth to Milton Keynes is a coach with an average price of £37.

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

A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Milton Keynes costing on average £113.

A coach is £270 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Plymouth to Milton Keynes costing on average £306.

The fastest way to travel from Plymouth to Milton Keynes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 52m.

Coach takes on average 8h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Plymouth and Milton Keynes including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 11m sooner (4h 22m by train vs 4h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £113 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Plymouth to Milton Keynes

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

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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: Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Milton Keynes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Plymouth and Milton Keynes including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Plymouth to Milton Keynes is a coach with an average price of £37.

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

A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Milton Keynes costing on average £113.

A coach is £270 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Plymouth to Milton Keynes costing on average £306.

The fastest way to travel from Plymouth to Milton Keynes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 52m.

Coach takes on average 8h 38m.

The Plymouth to Milton Keynes distance is approximately 300 km.
The average frequency per day from Plymouth to Milton Keynes is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Plymouth to Milton Keynes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Newquay Cornwall Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Plymouth station (PLY) and arrive in Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Plymouth, Coach Station and arrive in Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Plymouth to Milton Keynes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to Milton Keynes by train.
  • Travel with Loganair, easyJet to go to Milton Keynes by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Milton Keynes by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Plymouth to Milton Keynes:
  • 0 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Plymouth 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 get from Plymouth to Milton Keynes, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
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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