How to travel from Harlow to Milton Keynes

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Compare bus and train for Harlow to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harlow to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, while a train costs an average of €44.

Distance: 41 miles (66 km)

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€44

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€16

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1h 19m

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2h 33m

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The cheapest way to travel from Harlow to Milton Keynes is a bus with an average price of €35.

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

A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harlow to Milton Keynes costing on average €44.

The fastest way to travel from Harlow to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 1h 49m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Harlow and Milton Keynes including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Harlow 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 €44 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-28.09. The journey takes 1h 19m versus 1h 16m 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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FAQs: Travel from Harlow 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 Harlow to Milton Keynes.

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There are 2 options to travel between Harlow and Milton Keynes including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Harlow to Milton Keynes is a bus with an average price of €35.

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

A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harlow to Milton Keynes costing on average €44.

The fastest way to travel from Harlow to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 1h 49m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 33m.

The distance from Harlow to Milton Keynes is approximately 41 miles (66 km).
The average frequency per day from Harlow to Milton Keynes is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Harlow 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 Harlow to Milton Keynes:
  • Buses mostly depart from Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) and arrive in Milton Keynes, Coachway.
  • Trains mostly depart from Harlow Town (HWN) and arrive in Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Harlow to Milton Keynes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, Arriva UK to go to Milton Keynes by bus.
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast to go to Milton Keynes by train.
Omio customers who travel from Harlow to Milton Keynes often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Euston (EUS), Luton, Manchester, Oxford. 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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