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

The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Preston start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £138. 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 Preston?

The average train journey time from Milton Keynes to Preston is 2h 36m, covering a distance of 144 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Milton Keynes to Preston route?

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

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

The earliest train from Milton Keynes to Preston departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 16:15.

Train Milton Keynes to Preston from £24

Next train departures

Next departures from Milton Keynes to Preston on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:39	Milton Keynes Central	3h 13m	12:52	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	10:35	Milton Keynes Central	2h 5m	12:40	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	08:45	Milton Keynes Central	3h 7m	11:52	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	09:34	Milton Keynes Central	2h 6m	11:40	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	09:34	Milton Keynes Central	2h 6m	11:40	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Milton Keynes to Preston on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:05	Milton Keynes Central	2h 46m	09:51	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	07:05	Milton Keynes Central	2h 46m	09:51	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	07:52	Milton Keynes Central	2h 58m	10:50	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	07:52	Milton Keynes Central	2h 58m	10:50	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:52 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Milton Keynes to Preston

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

144 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£27 - £244	Average duration2h 36m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£14 - £29	Average duration3h	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. 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 £27

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milton Keynes to Preston 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 Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Preston start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £138. 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 Preston?
The average train journey time from Milton Keynes to Preston is 2h 36m, covering a distance of 144 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Milton Keynes to Preston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milton Keynes to Preston?
The earliest train from Milton Keynes to Preston departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 16:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£34

11/12

£77

Today

£25

13/12

No data

14/12

£47

15/12

No data

16/12

£106

17/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Milton Keynes to Preston was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £25

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 £25 to £236 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 £47, which is on 2025-12-14.