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

The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Preston start from $35. The average price for this train route is around $179. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Milton Keynes to Preston is 2h 36m, covering a distance of 144 miles (232 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators service the Milton Keynes to Preston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milton Keynes to Preston?

The earliest train departs from Milton Keynes to Preston at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 4:15pm.

Train Milton Keynes to Preston from $31

Next train departures

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Preston on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	2h 36m	5:51pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	2h 36m	5:51pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	4:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	2h 36m	6:51pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	4:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	2h 36m	6:51pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Preston on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53am	Milton Keynes Central	2h 58m	10:51am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	2h 36m	5:51pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:53am	Milton Keynes Central	2h 58m	10:51am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	8:14am	Milton Keynes Central	2h 37m	10:51am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	8:14am	Milton Keynes Central	2h 37m	10:51am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Preston on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	2h 36m	5:51pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:05am	Milton Keynes Central	2h 46m	9:51am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:05am	Milton Keynes Central	2h 46m	9:51am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:52am	Milton Keynes Central	2h 58m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:52am	Milton Keynes Central	2h 58m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milton Keynes to Preston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 2 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 36mAverage Duration

144 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$35 - $319	Average Duration2h 36m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $19	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg 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. Travelers 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 $35

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Preston 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 Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Preston start from $35. The average price for this train route is around $179. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milton Keynes to Preston?
The average train ride duration from Milton Keynes to Preston is 2h 36m, covering a distance of 144 miles (232 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Milton Keynes to Preston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milton Keynes to Preston?
The earliest train departs from Milton Keynes to Preston at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 4:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/03

$85

12/04

$85

Today

$53

12/06

$53

12/07

$52

12/08

$100

12/09

$85

12/10

$45

The cheapest trip from Milton Keynes to Preston was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $45

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 Preston, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $45 to $304 for a train ticket from Milton Keynes to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-10.