The journey from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central takes only thirty minutes with Avanti West Coast, or one hour and six minutes with West Midlands Railway. On your way, you'll head north through Greater London, bypassing the Chilterns National Landscape before arriving in Milton Keynes Central in Buckinghamshire.
Avanti West Coast mainly runs services on the West Coast Mainline, ensuring reliable connections between key cities in England, Scotland, and Wales, such as Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff, and Liverpool.
Departing from London Euston
London Euston can be found between Cardington Street and Eversholt Street in Camden. It's a great place to depart as it’s easily accessible by bus, taxi, and the sprawling London Underground and is one of the busiest stations in the UK. The station’s London Underground transport links directly connect to the Northern and Victoria lines for onward connections throughout London and, from there, to the rest of the South of England.
London Euston train station is served by major operators such as Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway, and West Midlands Trains. These operators provide connections to key destinations across the UK, establishing Euston as an essential hub for both intercity and local travel.
Main stops
When travelling with Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Railway, there are no stops on the route from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central. Although it should be noted that this route may change due to unforeseen circumstances like weather, faults, or engineering work, it’s best to double-check before you travel, just in case.
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Arriving at Milton Keynes Central
Overall, Milton Keynes Central is a simple, quick, and no-fuss station to depart from. Found right in the heart of the city centre, many of the city’s bus routes stop at the station’s forecourt, and taxis also stop nearby, making it super easy to get around Milton Keynes.
Milton Keynes Central station is operated by key rail companies like Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway, and West Midlands Trains. The station provides links to major destinations such as London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Glasgow, as well as regional locations in the Midlands and North West England, making it an important centre for diverse travel needs.
What’s more, the station’s central location gives you plenty of things to do nearby. Milton Keynes’ premier shopping centre, The Centre: MK, is very close to the station and has thousands of shops to choose from, along with cafes, restaurants, and more. Xscape, a leisure and entertainment mall with restaurants, a casino, and a cinema, is only a fifteen- to twenty-minute walk along Avebury Boulevard from the station.
Avanti West Coast train classes
- Standard Class: Avanti West Coast’s standard class offers walk-through carriages, air-conditioning, and charging plugs for your devices.
- Standard Premium Class: Choosing Standard Premium provides extra legroom, a wider, more comfortable seat, and plug sockets at every window seat.
- First Class: A London Euston to Milton Keynes Central First Class ticket with Avanti West Coast gives you access to more legroom, reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, complimentary food and drink, and First Class lounge access.
Avanti West Coast train travel advice
- Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag. Luggage shouldn’t exceed 30 x 70 x 90 centimetres. Storage is available in the racks and above your seat.
- Pets: Dogs, cats, and small animals can travel at no cost. Dogs need to be on a lead, and other animals must be in carriers. Passengers can bring a maximum of two pets.
- Bicycles: Bike reservations are free and mandatory, with limited spaces for standard bikes, folding bikes, tandems, and e-bikes. Unbooked bikes, motorcycles, tricycles, and e-scooters are not allowed.
- Children: Under 5s can travel for free. Children aged 5 to 15 can benefit from discounted tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
- Passenger Assist: Assist with boarding and alighting trains, book wheelchair space and seating, offer comprehensive rail information, and help with animals or pets.
The West Midlands Railway operates a direct train service from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central, with a journey duration of approximately 35 to 50 minutes. Passengers on this route enjoy a comfortable journey with views of the English countryside. Departing from London Euston, travellers can see landmarks like Wembley Stadium. As the train nears Milton Keynes, the scenery shifts to charming rural landscapes, providing a tranquil visual experience.
West Midlands Railway is a key UK train operator, offering extensive services in the West Midlands and beyond. It connects major destinations like Birmingham, Coventry, and Wolverhampton, with routes reaching London. Known for reliability and frequency, the company prioritises customer satisfaction for a pleasant travel experience.
West Midlands Railway train classes
- Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
West Midlands Railway train travel advice
- Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag.
- Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
- Bicycles: Bikes can be stored free of charge, though space is limited, and there's no need to reserve a spot. Full-size bikes can’t be taken on trains arriving or departing from London Euston between 07:00 am and 09:59 am or departing from London Euston between 4 pm and 6.59 pm on weekdays, except on public holidays.
- Children: Up to two children aged four and under can travel for free with a paying adult guardian. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
- Passenger assist: We assist with boarding and alighting (including ramps and sight guidance), station navigation, and luggage handling as per our luggage policy. Additionally, we provide advice on facilities available on board and at stations.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.