Edinburgh to Milton Keynes by train

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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes

Find the key information for travelling by train from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:52 View journey
Last train 18:52 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 5hr 5m View journey
Distance (km) 464
Trains / day 10 View all
Cheapest journey €94.27 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 19m
Train operators 2

Travelling from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes by train

Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes take around 5 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 464 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around  06:52. The last departure is usually at around 18:52 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 06:52, with the last train leaving at around 16:52. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 10 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 46 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €94.27.

We think any time is a great time to visit Milton Keynes, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Milton Keynes.

Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?

Yes, there is a direct train from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes.

How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Milton Keynes?

The Edinburgh to Milton Keynes train travel takes about 5 hours and 5 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Edinburgh to Milton Keynes train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Milton Keynes leaving Edinburgh at around 06:52 and the last train leaving at around 18:52 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 06:52, with the final departure at 16:52.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.