The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Windermere
Cheapest price
$297
Average price
$297
Fastest journey
9 h 7 m
Average duration
9 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Windermere 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 Windermere will cost around $297 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $297.
It's difficult to get from Milton Keynes to Windermere without transferring at least 2 times.
10:42 PM9h07Milton Keynes7:49 AMWindermere$2971One-way2 transfers
10:42 PM9h07Milton Keynes7:49 AMWindermere$2971One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milton Keynes to Windermere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $40, and a bus costs an average of $98.
Distance: 184 miles (297 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milton Keynes to Windermere:
A train is $35 (€29) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milton Keynes to Windermere costing on average $98 (€80).
Other travel options to Windermere take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 41m.
The journey is about 25m faster (3h 18m by train vs 3h 43m by car) and roughly $18 (€15) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($62 (€51) vs $81 (€66)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Windermere 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C17762+ W33753+ G85374 | On time 9:19 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h39 | 12:58 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
C17994+ C01371+ G89065 | On time 10:19 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h35 | 1:54 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Windermere
Trains from Milton Keynes to Windermere run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 184 miles (297 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 6:17 AM |
Last train 7:01 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Windermere trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Windermere from $40 (€32). 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 Milton Keynes to Windermere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Windermere 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 Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Windermere
Most Milton Keynes to Windermere trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Windermere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Windermere leave from?
Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services
Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: 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.
Which Windermere station do trains from Milton Keynes arrive at?
Getting to Windermere from Windermere city centre
Windermere train station facilities and services
Windermere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Windermere.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Windermere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Windermere: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Windermere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Windermere: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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