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Trip Overview

The average train between Central Milton Keynes and Manchester takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Central Milton Keynes to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 42m
Duration
133 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Central Milton Keynes to Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Central Milton Keynes and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Central Milton Keynes is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:39 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 1h 52m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 44m • Direct
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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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    train train 1h 40m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 44m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 44m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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    train train 1h 40m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 58m • Direct
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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 44m • Direct
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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Central Milton Keynes to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Central Milton Keynes to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 133 mi
  • Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Central Milton Keynes, England and Manchester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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