Trains from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central from £6.80

Are you planning on taking the train from London to Milton Keynes? Whether you’re travelling for work, visiting family or friends or just looking to see what this Buckinghamshire city has to offer, our guide below will fill you in on everything you need to know about travelling from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central by train.

Departing from London Euston station

London Euston is a popular departure point for trains to cities all over the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Milton Keynes. Conveniently located in the London borough of Camden, Euston station can be accessed by:

• London Underground - Northern and Victoria Lines serve Euston underground station, while nearby Euston Square offers connections to the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines. Euston Square station is approximately 150 metres from Euston station’s western entrance.
• Bus – Local bus services from a variety of London locations stop right outside the station.
• Mainline rail services – London Euston is served by services operated by Avanti West Coast, the Caledonian Sleeper, London Northwestern Railway and London Overground.

Unsurprisingly for Britain’s tenth busiest station, London Euston is well provided for in terms of facilities. You’ll find waiting rooms, seating areas, accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, public Wi-Fi, ATMs, water fountains and left luggage facilities all available at the station.

If you’ve got time for a cuppa or a snack before your train departs for Milton Keynes, there’s a choice of stands, cafes and restaurants, including Caffe Nero, Leon, Starbucks and the Pasty Shop. There’s also a selection of shops, with M&S Simply Food or Sainsbury’s Local available for last-minute supplies. Looking to do some sightseeing before you go to Milton Keynes? London Euston is within walking distance of some of London’s top attractions, including Regent’s Park and the British Museum.

Avanti West Coast First Class ticket holders can also enjoy the First Class lounge at London Euston, which is available for up to 2 hours before departure. You’ll find the London Euston First Class lounge upstairs on the same level as the restaurants, with opening times as follows:

• Weekdays - 06:45 – 21:00
• Saturdays - 06:45 – 20:00
• Sundays - 08:00 – 20:00

In the First Class lounge, you can relax in a comfortable seat, charge your devices and enjoy complimentary snacks and soft drinks.

How long is the train journey from Euston to Milton Keynes?

Trains along the West Coast Main Line from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central are operated by Avanti West Coast and London Northwestern Railway/West Midlands Railway. The Avanti West Coast option covers the 45-mile journey the quickest, with some non-stop services taking just 30 minutes. Services that aren’t non-stop will generally call at Watford Junction before arriving at Milton Keynes. Avanti West Coast’s timetable generally features three trains between Euston and Milton Keynes per hour, with the last train around 23:30 on weekdays.

If you choose to travel with London Northwestern Railway/West Midlands Railway, you’ll find a schedule of up to six trains per hour. The fastest services can whizz you from London Euston to Milton Keynes in 32 minutes, with average journey times of 45 minutes. Services terminating at Milton Keynes Central tend to be the slowest route with numerous stops on the way, while services terminating at Crewe usually offer the quickest non-stop journey to Milton Keynes Central with this operator. The last train from London Euston to Milton Keynes with London Northwestern Railway/West Midlands Railway is usually around 01:30.

You might be wondering if the London Overground is an option for getting from Euston to Milton Keynes. London Overground services do not go directly to Milton Keynes, although you could change at Watford Junction and connect with the above services if that suited your travel plans.

Travelling First Class from London to Milton Keynes

Fancy an upgrade? Avanti West Coast offer the option to travel in Standard Premium or First Class, ideal if you’re looking to enjoy extra leg room, a guaranteed table and plug sockets at every window seat. First Class passengers get extra benefits, including complimentary food and drink and access to the First Class lounge at London Euston.

You can book advanced First Class tickets using our journey planner. Once you’ve selected your preferred journey, you’ll just need to click on ‘View 1st Class & More Tickets’ before you get to the payment screen to see the First Class fares available.

How much is a train ticket from London to Milton Keynes?

Train tickets from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central can start from just £6.80, with average prices of around £8.50. Tickets for Avanti West Coast services are usually more expensive than London Northwestern Railway/West Midlands Railway services, although they’re also generally quicker. Make sure to head over to our journey planner, where it’s easy to buy tickets and compare prices.

Don’t forget booking in advance is one of the best ways to save money on train tickets, as well as travelling off-peak and making use of split tickets. If your journey has some flexibility, it’s well worth checking if a different date or time might mean a lower cost fare.

Commuting between London Euston and Milton Keynes

With journeys possible in just half an hour, commuting between London and Milton Keynes is a popular choice. Avanti West Coast and London Northwestern Railway/West Midlands Railway offer a variety of season tickets including weekly, flexi, monthly and annual passes.

If you’re only travelling between London and Milton Keynes for work occasionally, you may find the best option is to book an advanced fare. Our journey planner can show you the routes and fares available for your next trip.

Arriving at Milton Keynes Central station

When you disembark at Milton Keynes Central, there are plenty of facilities available for passengers, including:

• Waiting rooms
• Seating areas
• Accessible toilets
• Baby changing facilities
• ATMs

In need of a coffee when you arrive in Milton Keynes? No problem, the station is home to a Costa and a Starbucks as well as other spots to grab a drink or snack. There are also a small number of shops available for supplies, including M&S Simply Food.

Milton Keynes Central Station is conveniently located in the city centre at one end of Midsummer Boulevard. If you’re heading into the city to enjoy the range of shops and restaurants, you can take a stroll along this tree-lined route or catch the bus. Local bus routes are also available to get to Willen Lake, Gulliver’s Land and Xscape Milton Keynes’s popular leisure attractions, including an indoor snow centre, bowling alley, cinema and indoor skydiving experiences.

Thinking of extending your trip beyond Milton Keynes? There are options for onward bus travel to Luton Airport, Oxford, Bedford and Silverstone Motor Racing Circuit, meanwhile, Milton Keynes Central station is served by direct trains to numerous destinations, including Northampton, Manchester, Coventry, and Birmingham.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.