How to travel from Leeds to Milton Keynes

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Compare bus and train for Leeds to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds 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 3h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a train costs an average of €109.

Distance: 125 miles (202 km)

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€109

Average price

€24

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Cheapest

€45

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3h 14m

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Fastest

2h 44m

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30m

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4h 44m

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4h 14m

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2h 36m

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CrossCountry

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FlixBus

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

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

A bus is €86 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Milton Keynes costing on average €109.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Milton Keynes including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds 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 €109 compared to roughly €45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-64.37. The journey takes 2h 44m versus 2h 36m 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 Leeds to Milton Keynes

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:15 AM4h50
    Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
    10:05 AMMilton Keynes, Central Railway Station
    €151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:15 AM4h50
    Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
    10:05 AMMilton Keynes, Central Railway Station
    €151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • CrossCountryW29873+West Midlands TrainsC17806
    11:15 AM2h33
    Leeds station (LDS)
    1:48 PMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)
    €1111One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • CrossCountryW29884+West Midlands TrainsC18008
    1:15 PM2h33
    Leeds station (LDS)
    3:48 PMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)
    €1111One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG01148+Avanti West CoastW33972
    12:15 PM3h01
    Leeds station (LDS)
    3:16 PMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)
    €1111One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryW29868+Avanti West CoastW33910
    10:15 AM3h01
    Leeds station (LDS)
    1:16 PMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)
    €1111One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 AM4h45
    Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
    6:45 AMMilton Keynes, Central Railway Station
    €161One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds 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 Leeds to Milton Keynes.

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

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

A bus is €86 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Milton Keynes costing on average €109.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Milton Keynes is by train with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 44m.

The distance from Leeds to Milton Keynes is approximately 125 miles (202 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to Milton Keynes is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds 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 Leeds to Milton Keynes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
  • Buses mostly depart from Leeds, Coach Station and arrive in Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to Milton Keynes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Milton Keynes by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway to go to Milton Keynes by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Leeds to Milton Keynes:
  • 3 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds 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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