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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Milton Keynes
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €20
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €55
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h 39 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 46 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 9
- Distance
- 189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Milton Keynes will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 9 trains from Manchester to Milton Keynes, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
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L896479:06 AM 2h42 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:48 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €20 1 One-way 1 transfer- C17874+L89655
10:06 AM 2h42 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 12:48 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €20 1 One-way 1 transfer - C17854+L89640
8:06 AM 2h42 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:48 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €34 1 One-way 1 transfer 
W341349:14 AM 1h39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:53 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €45 1 One-way 0 transfers- W33896
10:14 AM 1h39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:53 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €52 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:14 AM 1h39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:53 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €45 1 One-way 0 transfers - W33952
8:14 AM 1h39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 9:53 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €130 1 One-way 0 transfers - W33896
10:14 AM 1h39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:53 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €52 1 One-way 0 transfers 
G38873+W341199:30 AM 1h57 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:27 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €59 1 One-way 1 transfer- G38870+W34170
8:30 AM 1h57 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 10:27 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) €57 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Milton Keynes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Milton Keynes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:02, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 2:02 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Manchester to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Milton Keynes trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W84660+W33141 | 10:15 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h45 | 1:00 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33105 | 10:20 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h52 | 12:12 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33088 | 10:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h49 | 12:24 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33109 | 11:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h40 | 12:55 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38897+W33245 | 11:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 1:27 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| L89656+C18024 | 12:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h50 | 2:50 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33049 | 12:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h38 | 1:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38918+W33218 | 12:31 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h59 | 2:30 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33237+C18024 | 12:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 2:50 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33221 | 1:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 2:54 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38850+W33364 | 1:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h00 | 3:30 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| L89671+C18023 | 2:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h43 | 4:49 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33239 | 2:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h38 | 3:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38847+W33303 | 2:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 4:27 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| C01293 | 5:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h38 | 6:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38856+W33129 | 5:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 7:27 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33335+C17779 | 5:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h16 | 7:51 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| L89628+C17836 | 6:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h49 | 8:56 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
| W33355 | 6:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h40 | 7:55 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Milton Keynes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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
Popular train stations from Manchester to Milton Keynes
Most Manchester to Milton Keynes trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Milton Keynes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Milton Keynes leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Manchester from Manchester city centre
Manchester train station facilities and services
Manchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services
Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: 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.
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