How to travel from Guildford to Milton Keynes

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Compare bus and train for Guildford to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a train costs an average of €54.

Distance: 56 miles (91 km)

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€54

Average price

€24

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Cheapest

€22

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 47m

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30m

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3h 39m

Average total duration

3h 9m

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30m

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1h 28m

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South Western Railway

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Compare ways to travel from Guildford to Milton Keynes

Compare the available ways to get from Guildford to Milton Keynes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Guildford to Milton Keynes is a bus with an average price of €24.

This is compared to other travel options from Guildford to Milton Keynes:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guildford to Milton Keynes costing on average €54.

The fastest way to travel from Guildford to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Guildford and Milton Keynes including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Guildford to Milton Keynes among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €54 compared to roughly €22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€32. The journey takes 1h 47m versus 1h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Guildford to Milton Keynes

How to get from Guildford to Milton Keynes by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Guildford to Milton Keynes is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • South Western RailwayL84007+West Midlands TrainsW70437+London OvergroundC11109+London UndergroundLT219300
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • South Western RailwayL84007+West Midlands TrainsW70437+London OvergroundC11109+London UndergroundLT219300
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • South Western RailwayL79103+Avanti West CoastW34049+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston
    2 transfers

Other options

  • South Western RailwayL81855+West Midlands TrainsW70441+London UndergroundLT223000+London OvergroundG07346
    3 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL81844+SouthernG27765+Avanti West CoastC01357
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL79775+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastC01357
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Guildford to Milton Keynes

Travel 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 Guildford to Milton Keynes.

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There are 2 options to travel between Guildford and Milton Keynes including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Guildford to Milton Keynes is a bus with an average price of €24.

This is compared to other travel options from Guildford to Milton Keynes:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guildford to Milton Keynes costing on average €54.

The fastest way to travel from Guildford to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 39m.

The distance from Guildford to Milton Keynes is approximately 56 miles (91 km).
The average frequency per day from Guildford to Milton Keynes is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Guildford and Milton Keynes as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Guildford to Milton Keynes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Guildford station (GLD) and arrive in Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
  • Buses mostly depart from Guildford, Egerton Road and arrive in Milton Keynes, Coachway.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Guildford to Milton Keynes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Southern, Avanti West Coast to go to Milton Keynes by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Milton Keynes by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Guildford to Milton Keynes often also extend their vacation to go to London Euston (EUS), London, Manchester, Northampton, Birmingham New Street (BHM). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milton Keynes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milton Keynes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Milton Keynes is recommended to explore its main attractions, such as Bletchley Park, the Milton Keynes Museum, and the scenic parks and shopping areas.

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