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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$80

Average price

$144

Fastest journey

5 h

Average duration

5 h 32 m

Trains per day

Distance

463 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Edinburgh on Thu, Jul 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 463 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .

On Thu, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 6 h 48 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.

09:19AM5h00

Milton Keynes

02:19PMEdinburgh

$801One-way

0 transfers

07:16AM5h04

Milton Keynes

12:20PMEdinburgh

$1171One-way

0 transfers

09:49AM5h35

Milton Keynes

03:24PMEdinburgh

$1501One-way

0 transfers

10:24AM5h13

Milton Keynes

03:37PMEdinburgh

$1791One-way

0 transfers

03:30AM7h44

Milton Keynes

11:14AMEdinburgh

$1941One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €53.

Distance: 287 miles (463 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Flight	Bus
€127 Average price	€56 Average price	€37 Average price Cheapest
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

United Kingdom

Trains from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $24 (€19)

Distance

287 miles (463 km)

Average train duration

5h 11m

Cheapest ticket price

$66 (€53)

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 48m

First train

03:30

Last train

19:00

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $24 (€19)

Train providers: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and East Coast from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh trains

For as little as $51 (€41) you can travel by train between Milton Keynes and Edinburgh with Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and East Coast. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

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 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 Milton Keynes to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $51
Virgin Trains frequency: 9 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets.. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 5 h 9 min
Cheapest Price: $166

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times.

Train information from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh with East Coast:

Average Duration: 5 h 33 min
Cheapest Price: $114

FAQs: Trains from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

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

Cheap train tickets from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh can start from as little as $52 (€42) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Milton Keynes to Edinburgh is $187 (€150); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Milton Keynes and Edinburgh is on average 4 h 48 min for the 287 mile (463 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh leaves at 1: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh leaves at 9: 24 PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh, you can count on Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or LNER for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Edinburgh from Milton Keynes and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 24 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Milton Keynes Central, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Edinburgh from Milton Keynes is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 48 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh is November.

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

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

Milton Keynes

Edinburgh

The major train station for departures in Milton Keynes is Milton Keynes Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milton Keynes Central for your trip from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh.

Milton Keynes Central Shopping

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Milton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA

Phone Number

+44 3301235247

Ticket Office Hours

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

Distance to city center

1 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Front of station
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

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