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Milton Keynes to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Milton Keynes to Manchester, starting from $18.64 and averaging $30.90. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 38m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Jul 11
    From $46.60
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From $28.37
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From $28.37
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From $35.12
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From $18.64
  • Wed, Jul 16
    From $27.69
  • Thu, Jul 17
    From $24.45
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:29
Milton Keynes Central
07:29
Manchester Piccadilly
7h 0m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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01:46
Milton Keynes Central
07:43
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 57m, Changes requiredWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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01:46
Milton Keynes Central
08:42
Manchester Piccadilly
6h 56m, Changes requiredWest Midlands TrainsNorthern
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06:38
Milton Keynes Central
10:40
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 2m, Changes requiredWest Midlands TrainsNorthern
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06:42
Milton Keynes Central
08:25
Manchester Piccadilly
1h 43m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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07:00
Milton Keynes Central
08:45
Paris
1h 45m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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Milton Keynes to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:29
Last train
Last train
22:46
Departure station
Departure station
Milton Keynes
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
1h 38m
Distance
Distance
118 miles
Price
Price
$18.64*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Milton Keynes to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Milton Keynes to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Milton Keynes to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Milton Keynes to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Milton Keynes to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Milton Keynes to Manchester Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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