Luton to Milton Keynes train with West Midlands Railway

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Cheap train tickets from Luton to Milton Keynes

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Cheapest

$29

Average

$71

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

W26721

05:34AM1h32

Luton station (LUT)

07:06AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)

$291One-way

2 transfers

W26744

12:10AM2h36

Luton station (LUT)

02:46AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)

$851One-way

1 transfer

W26723

03:40AM2h36

Luton station (LUT)

06:16AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)

$981One-way

1 transfer

Luton to Milton Keynes train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 24

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
West Midlands Railway W26744 ThameslinkW26744	12:10AM Luton station (LUT)	2h36	02:46AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1 transfer
Thameslink W26723 ThameslinkW26723	03:40AM Luton station (LUT)	2h36	06:16AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1 transfer
West Midlands Railway W26721 ThameslinkW26721	05:34AM Luton station (LUT)	1h32	07:06AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2 transfers
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Fastest train times from Luton to Milton Keynes

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Fastest Journey

1 h 32 m

Average

2 h 15 m

Trains per day

Distance

29 km

It's difficult to get from Luton to Milton Keynes without transferring at least once.

Fastest

W26721

05:34AM1h32

Luton station (LUT)

07:06AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)

$291One-way

2 transfers

W26744

12:10AM2h36

Luton station (LUT)

02:46AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)

$851One-way

1 transfer

W26723

03:40AM2h36

Luton station (LUT)

06:16AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)

$981One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Milton Keynes

Trains from Luton to Milton Keynes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€12) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

18 miles (29 km)

Average train duration

1h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

$13 (€12)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 26m

First train

00:02

Last train

23:54

Price information

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Thameslink and Virgin Trains from Luton to Milton Keynes trains

Buy your official West Midlands Trains, Thameslink and Virgin Trains train tickets to Milton Keynes from Luton from $24 (€22) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

West Midlands Trains from Luton to Milton Keynes train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $24

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from Luton to Milton Keynes train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $25
Thameslink frequency: 48 a day

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Luton to Milton Keynes train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $74

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

FAQs: Trains from Luton to Milton Keynes

FAQs: Travel by train from Luton 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 Luton to Milton Keynes.

Cheap train tickets from Luton to Milton Keynes can start from as little as $13 (€12) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Luton to Milton Keynes is $25 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Luton to Milton Keynes train travel time is 1 h 26 min for the 18 mile (29 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Luton to Milton Keynes leaves at 12: 02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Luton to Milton Keynes leaves at 11: 54 PM.

There are 5 trains a day from Luton to Milton Keynes which require at least one change with West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Milton Keynes. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Luton to Milton Keynes.

Take the Luton to Milton Keynes train with West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route between Luton and Milton Keynes as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54 PM.

A day trip to Milton Keynes from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 26 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Luton to Milton Keynes is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Milton Keynes including taking a train or bus.