Train travel to Milton Keynes Central guide
Milton Keynes Central railway station is situated on the West Coast Main Line, served by London Northwestern railway and Avanti West Coast. It is one of the seven stations that provide services to the Milton Keynes urban area. Opened in 1982, Milton Keynes Central is the busiest and most important station in the city, and it is also the largest station in use. In 2006, the station underwent significant upgrades and now features seven platforms, offering services to major destinations such as London Euston, Crewe, and Manchester Piccadilly.
The station building includes a variety of shops and cafes, and additional shops and restaurants can be found on the south side of the station square. The station forecourt is an important hub for bus services, with nearly all local and regional buses making stops there, making it convenient for passengers to transfer and travel.
Which train companies run trains to Milton Keynes Central?
Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Milton Keynes Central provided by the following: Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains and London Underground. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.
What are Milton Keynes Central's opening hours?
You can expect Milton Keynes Central to be open between the hours of 0:00 and 23:58, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.
Pick up & drop off at Milton Keynes Central
You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Milton Keynes Central's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.
Connectivity of the Milton Keynes Central?
With frequent trains to Milton Keynes Central from hubs like London, London Euston, Manchester, Birmingham and Birmingham New Street, travel to and from the station is convenient. Complementary options like buses and taxis are also available for further transit, but checking availability in advance is recommended.
Milton Keynes Central Live Timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Milton Keynes Central. Check it now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Street | 18:15 | 3 | West Midlands Trains | On time |
Milton Keynes Central to Liverpool Lime Street | 18:17 | 6 | Avanti West Coast | On time |
Milton Keynes Central to London Euston | 18:17 | 4 | Avanti West Coast | On time |
Milton Keynes Central to Crewe | 18:20 | 5 | West Midlands Trains | On time |
Milton Keynes Central to London Euston | 18:23 | 4 | Avanti West Coast | Delayed |
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
Bedford to Milton Keynes Central | 17:35 | BUS | East Midlands Railway | On time |
Edinburgh (Waverley) to Milton Keynes Central | 12:52 | 8 | Avanti West Coast | On time |
Bedford to Milton Keynes Central | 17:40 | BUS | East Midlands Railway | On time |
Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Central | 16:39 | 6 | Avanti West Coast | On time |
Bedford to Milton Keynes Central | 17:45 | BUS | East Midlands Railway | On time |
Station Details
Address: Milton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA
Facilities
ATM
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Cabstand
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
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