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Milton Keynes to Durham Train Schedule
Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Milton Keynes to Durham. The train trip from Milton Keynes to Durham is usually about 4 hours and 38 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest West Midlands Railway + Connections train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 192 mi (309 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 40m |
| Lowest price | $170.17 |
| Most frequent service | Virgin Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Milton Keynes to Durham?
2 train services operate from Milton Keynes to Durham. Virgin Trains + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 5 | 5h 6m | $170.17 |
| West Midlands Railway + Connections | 3 | 3h 51m | $170.17 |
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Milton Keynes to Durham start from $170, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Durham. Virgin Trains + Connections in Milton Keynes leaves from Milton Keynes Central . And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Milton Keynes to Durham train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 5 hours and 6 minutes. If you are looking to get to Durham faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 40 minutes.
West Midlands Railway + Connections train tickets from Milton Keynes to Durham start from $170, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 West Midlands Railway + Connections schedules to Durham. West Midlands Railway + Connections in Milton Keynes leaves from Milton Keynes Central . And in Durham trains arrive at Durham Train Station .
From Milton Keynes to Durham train travel on West Midlands Railway + Connections takes 3 hours and 51 minutes. If you are looking to get to Durham faster, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 40 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Milton Keynes to Durham
The distance between Milton Keynes and Durham is approximately 192 miles, or 309 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 38 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 40 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Milton Keynes to Durham on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Milton Keynes at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 8 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 Durham to Milton Keynes.
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 Milton Keynes?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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
Where is the train station in Durham?
Main arrival station: Durham Train Station
Durham has one train station.
All train stations in Durham:
Durham Train Station
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