What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Milton Keynes?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Milton Keynes is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Milton Keynes?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Milton Keynes is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £27 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Milton Keynes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Milton Keynes Central. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Preston to Milton Keynes?

The distance between Preston and Milton Keynes is 159 miles. The road distance is 170.7 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Milton Keynes without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Milton Keynes without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £27 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Milton Keynes?

The train from Preston to Milton Keynes Central takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Preston to Milton Keynes train from?

Preston to Milton Keynes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Milton Keynes train arrive?

Preston to Milton Keynes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Preston to Milton Keynes?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Milton Keynes is 171 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Preston to Milton Keynes.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Milton Keynes?

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Where can I stay near Milton Keynes?

There are 1145+ hotels available in Milton Keynes.

Preston to Milton Keynes - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Milton Keynes by train, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
1h 40m
£27–85
Drive 169.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Milton Keynescar 169.7 mi
2h 54m
£43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
4h 47m
£79–295
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
3h 13m
£54–94

Preston to Milton Keynes by train

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Distance: 158.2 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Milton Keynes, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Milton Keynes Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Lumo also services this route 3 times a day.

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