The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford 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 Watford to Milton Keynes will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 3 trains that leave Watford for Milton Keynes on Thu, Jan 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 15 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
On Thu, Jan 15 the slowest trains will take 49 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.






Live departures
Watford to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to Milton Keynes trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:26 AM Watford | 0h49 | 6:15 AM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Watford | 0h45 | 12:45 PM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Watford | 0h45 | 7:45 PM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford to Milton Keynes
Trains from Watford to Milton Keynes run on average 15 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Watford to Milton Keynes trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Watford and Milton Keynes from $12 (€10). 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 Watford to Milton Keynes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford 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 Watford to Milton Keynes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- 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 on platform 6
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.
- 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 Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 21:00 Saturday 08:15 - 15:15 Sunday 09:15 - 16:30
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Bushey Station
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind the Ticket Office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00 Saturday 09:30 - 12:15
- Type of shops available: High Street shops located nearby
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Lower High Street for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop B in Lower High Street for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Watford London Underground station (Metropolitan line) is approximately 34 minutes' walk away
- 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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