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Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central by train

First train

05:10

Last train

23:17

Departure station

Holmes Chapel

Arrival station

Milton Keynes Central

Journey time

From 1h 39m

Distance

104 miles (168 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast

Take the train from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central in 1 hour 39 minutes

If you want to travel from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central by train to take around 3 hours 16 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 39 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 19 trains per day running on this route, which spans 104 miles (168 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Milton Keynes Central. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central take?

The average journey time by train between Holmes Chapel and Milton Keynes Central is 3 hours and 16 minutes, with around 19 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Holmes Chapel and Milton Keynes Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central is 1 hour and 39 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central. Travelling from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central leave?

The first train from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central leaves at 05:10. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central leave?

The last train from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central leaves at 23:17. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Holmes Chapel and Milton Keynes Central by train?

Trains travelling from Holmes Chapel to Milton Keynes Central cover a distance of around 104 miles (168 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Milton Keynes Central to Holmes Chapel.

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