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Train Tickets to Milton Keynes Central

London Euston to Milton Keynes Central

30m

From

£6.66

London to Milton Keynes Central

30m

From

£6.80

Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes Central

50m

From

£6.80

Train travel to Milton Keynes Central guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Milton Keynes Central railway station is situated on the West Coast Main Line, served by London Northwestern railway and Avanti West Coast. It is one of the seven stations that provide services to the Milton Keynes urban area. Opened in 1982, Milton Keynes Central is the busiest and most important station in the city, and it is also the largest station in use. In 2006, the station underwent significant upgrades and now features seven platforms, offering services to major destinations such as London Euston, Crewe, and Manchester Piccadilly.

The station building includes a variety of shops and cafes, and additional shops and restaurants can be found on the south side of the station square. The station forecourt is an important hub for bus services, with nearly all local and regional buses making stops there, making it convenient for passengers to transfer and travel.

Which train companies run trains to Milton Keynes Central?

Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Milton Keynes Central provided by the following: Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains and London Underground. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.

What are Milton Keynes Central's opening hours?

You can expect Milton Keynes Central to be open between the hours of 0:00 and 23:58, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Milton Keynes Central

You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Milton Keynes Central's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.

Connectivity of the Milton Keynes Central?

With frequent trains to Milton Keynes Central from hubs like London, London Euston, Manchester, Birmingham and Birmingham New Street, travel to and from the station is convenient. Complementary options like buses and taxis are also available for further transit, but checking availability in advance is recommended.

Milton Keynes Central live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Milton Keynes Central, check now to plan your next journey.

Departures
Arrivals

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
Milton Keynes Central to London Euston	12:17	34m	Avanti West Coast	On time
Milton Keynes Central to Crewe	12:19	1h 34m	West Midlands Trains	On time
Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadilly	12:24	1h 41m	Avanti West Coast	On time
Milton Keynes Central to London Euston	12:29	34m	Avanti West Coast	On time
Milton Keynes Central to London Euston	12:30	1h 7m	West Midlands Trains	On time

Train	Time	Duration	Train Operator	Status
Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes Central	12:16	1h	Avanti West Coast	On time
London Euston to Milton Keynes Central	12:18	34m	West Midlands Trains	On time
London Euston to Milton Keynes Central	12:23	31m	Avanti West Coast	On time
Liverpool Lime Street to Milton Keynes Central	12:27	1h 44m	Avanti West Coast	On time
Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes Central	12:34	1h 28m	West Midlands Trains	On time