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Durham to Milton Keynes Train Schedule
Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from Durham to Milton Keynes. The train trip from Durham to Milton Keynes is usually about 4 hours and 20 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest TransPennine Express + Connections train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 13 minutes.
| Distance | 192 mi (309 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 13m |
| Lowest price | €142.26 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Durham to Milton Keynes?
2 train services operate from Durham to Milton Keynes. TransPennine Express + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 1 | 4h 20m | €142.26 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 3 | 4h 20m | €142.26 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Durham to Milton Keynes start from €142, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Milton Keynes. CrossCountry + Connections in Durham leaves from Durham Train Station . And in Milton Keynes trains arrive at Milton Keynes Central .
From Durham to Milton Keynes train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 4 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Milton Keynes faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 13 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Milton Keynes on a weekend there is typically one CrossCountry + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Durham.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Durham to Milton Keynes start from €142, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Milton Keynes. TransPennine Express + Connections in Durham leaves from Durham Train Station . And in Milton Keynes trains arrive at Milton Keynes Central .
From Durham to Milton Keynes train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 4 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Milton Keynes faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 13 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express + Connections offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Milton Keynes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Durham to Milton Keynes
The distance between Durham and Milton Keynes is approximately 192 miles, or 309 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 13 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Durham to Milton Keynes. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Durham at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Milton Keynes to Durham.
City Information
Milton Keynes
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Milton Keynes is one of England's most contemporary cities. Here you'll see modern urban engineering at work: a beautiful combination of green spaces, new structures, and sustainable travel. The city also offers first-hand access to history, culture, and sports, not to mention world-class shopping and entertainment.
If you're into arts and heritage, then the places that you'll most likely find them are The Silverstone Interactive Museum, MK Gallery, and National Film and Sci-Fi Museum. At Bletchley Park, learn how Alan Turing and other codebreakers deciphered German codes in this country estate during WWII.
Stadium MK is a hub of live entertainment, where football fans often fill its 30,530 seats. This stadium is also a favorite venue for musical shows. The Milton Keynes Theatre shows live theatre productions, and The Stables is a failsafe spot to enjoy a night of jazz, folk, blues, classical, and pop music.
The nearest airport is London Luton, about 20 miles away from Milton Keynes. Avanti West Coast trains offer seven scheduled trips to Milton Keynes daily, including routes from London, Southampton, and Cardiff. National Express provides bus service to Milton Keynes from other cities throughout the United Kingdom.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Durham?
Main departure station: Durham Train Station
There is one train station in Durham.
All train stations in Durham:
Durham Train Station
Where is the train station in Milton Keynes?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Milton Keynes Central
Milton Keynes Central Railway Station is a modern, glass-fronted station at the western end of central Milton Keynes. It is one of the stops on the West Coast Main line and serves Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, and Southern regional rail services. Located in the station are a shop and café, but there are several additional restaurants, shops, and hotels in the surrounding area. Many local and long-distance buses also stop at the entrance to Milton Keynes Central, which makes for easy transfers between travel modes.
All train stations in Milton Keynes:
Milton Keynes Central
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