The average train between Sale and Milton Keynes takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Sale to Milton Keynes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Sale and Milton Keynes. The earliest departure is at 12:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Sale is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Milton Keynes at 12:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Sale to Milton Keynes? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Sale to Milton Keynes. However, there are services departing from Sale station and arriving at Milton Keynes station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Sale to Milton Keynes train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Sale to Milton Keynes train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.
The distance between Sale and Milton Keynes is 186.6 km. The road distance is 223 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 1h 38m.