How much does a train ticket cost from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh start from £28. The average price for this train route is around £134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh?

The average train journey time from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 288 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 46m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Milton Keynes to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh?

The earliest train from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 17:15.

Train Milton Keynes to Edinburgh from £27

Next train departures

Next departures from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:40	Milton Keynes Central	5h 40m	16:20	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	11:34	Milton Keynes Central	4h 46m	16:20	Waverley	Fastest
Train	08:45	Milton Keynes Central	5h 37m	14:22	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:34	Milton Keynes Central	4h 48m	14:22	Waverley	No tags
Train	10:40	Milton Keynes Central	5h 40m	16:20	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 16:06 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 30mAverage duration

288 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £81	Average duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£28 - £347	Average duration5h 9m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£56 - £56	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £28

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh start from £28. The average price for this train route is around £134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 288 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 46m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Milton Keynes to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 17:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/11

£127

26/11

£66

Today

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28/11

£62

29/11

£49

30/11

£127

01/12

£58

02/12

£58

The cheapest trip from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £49 to £332 for a train ticket from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £49, which is on 2025-11-29.