How much is the train ticket from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh start at $51. The average price for this train route is around $244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh takes 5h 9m and covers 464 km. The quickest 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 serve 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 7:05am. The latest train departs at 5:15pm.

Train Milton Keynes to Edinburgh from $48

Next train departures

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Edinburgh on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	5h 9m	8:24pm	Waverley	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	5h 9m	8:24pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Edinburgh on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	5h 7m	10:22pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:15am	Milton Keynes Central	5h 5m	2:20pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	5h 8m	8:23pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	5h 8m	8:23pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	5:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	5h 7m	10:22pm	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:47 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go 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 $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 30mAverage Duration

464 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $156	Average Duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $630	Average Duration5h 9m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$102 - $102	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 WiFi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $51

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh start at $51. The average price for this train route is around $244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh?
The average train trip from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh takes 5h 9m and covers 464 km. The quickest 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 serve 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 7:05am. The latest train departs at 5:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$162

12-11

$114

Today

$145

12-13

$105

12-14

No data

12-15

$162

12-16

$159

12-17

$162

The cheapest trip from Milton Keynes to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $105

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 $105 to $609 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 $105 which is on 2025-12-13.