The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
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 $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Milton Keynes on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 46 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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C326828:09 AM3h46Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:55 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$391One-way1 transfer
W331028:05 AM2h03Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:08 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$931One-way0 transfers
W331109:20 AM1h56Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:16 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$931One-way0 transfers
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G010119:27 AM2h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:45 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$931One-way1 transfer
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G010078:26 AM2h17Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:43 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$931One-way1 transfer
W331109:20 AM1h56Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:16 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$931One-way0 transfers
W331028:05 AM2h03Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:08 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$931One-way0 transfers
W33253+
G010078:26 AM2h17Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:43 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$931One-way1 transfer
W33309+
G010119:27 AM2h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:45 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$931One-way1 transfer
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C326828:09 AM3h46Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:55 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)$391One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $88.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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$54 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $223 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Milton Keynes:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Milton Keynes costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $190 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Milton Keynes costing on average $223 (€183).
Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 34m.
Bus takes on average 2h 52m.
The journey is about 18m faster (2h 34m by train vs 2h 52m by car) and roughly $13 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($54 (€44) vs $67 (€55)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Milton Keynes trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33589 | 5:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h48 | 6:52 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00998+ W33607 | On time 5:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h02 | 7:13 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
W33660 | On time 6:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h35 | 7:45 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33393+ V94027 | Delayed 6:23 AM 6:28 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h00 | 8:28 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
W33628 | 7:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 8:53 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33403+ V94026 | On time 7:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 9:27 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
L89640+ C16924 · Y80822 | On time 8:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 12:04 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33397 | On time 8:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 9:53 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33621+ V94025 | On time 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 10:27 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90110+ C16926 · Y80828 | 8:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 12:34 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
L89647+ C16928 · Y80834 | On time 9:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 1:04 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33594 | 9:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 10:53 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01010+ C17756 | On time 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h23 | 11:48 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90115+ C16930 · Y80840 | On time 9:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 1:34 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
L89655+ C16933 · Y80846 | On time 10:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 2:04 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33405 | 10:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 11:53 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33757+ V94023 | On time 10:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 12:27 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90118+ C16935 · Y80852 | On time 10:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 2:34 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
L89663+ C16938 · Y80858 | On time 11:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 3:04 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33779 | On time 11:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 12:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33430+ V11492 | Delayed 11:23 AM 11:30 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 1:27 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90120+ C16940 · Y80864 | On time 11:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 3:34 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
L89670+ C16943 · Y80870 | On time 12:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 4:04 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33600 | On time 12:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 1:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33688+ V94021 | Delayed 12:23 PM 12:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 2:27 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90122+ C16945 · Y80877 | On time 12:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 4:34 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
L89677+ C16948 · Y80882 | On time 1:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 5:04 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33702 | On time 1:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 2:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33748+ V94020 | On time 1:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 3:28 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90124+ C16950 · Y80888 | 1:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 5:34 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
L89682+ C16953 · Y80894 | 2:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 6:04 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33465 | 2:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 3:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33747+ V11491 | On time 2:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 4:27 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90089+ C16955 · C17947 | On time 2:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 6:34 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
L89685+ C16958 · Y80904 | On time 3:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h58 | 7:04 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33781 | On time 3:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 4:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33429+ V94018 | Delayed 3:23 PM 3:30 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 5:27 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90096+ C16960 · W00220 | 3:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 7:35 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
L89627+ C16963 · P69520 | On time 4:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 8:02 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33670 | On time 4:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 5:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33737+ V94017 | On time 4:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 6:27 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90102+ C16965 · W00222 | 4:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 8:35 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
L89635+ C16968 · P69528 | On time 5:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 9:05 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33592 | 5:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 6:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33580+ V94016 | On time 5:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 7:28 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
L89642+ C17951 · W00221 | On time 6:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h29 | 9:35 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33569 | On time 6:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h39 | 7:53 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33524+ V94015 | On time 6:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h00 | 8:30 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 transfer | |
G90113+ C16974 · P69531 | 6:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h49 | 10:25 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
W33458 | 6:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h51 | 8:45 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89650+ C16977 · P69533 | On time 7:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h00 | 11:06 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Milton Keynes
Trains from Manchester to Milton Keynes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€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 117 miles (189 km) distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 2:02 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Manchester to Milton Keynes trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Manchester and Milton Keynes from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
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