Milton Keynes Central: West Coast Main Line station and transport hub

Milton Keynes Central is the main West Coast Main Line station and transport hub for Milton Keynes, offering local connections and fast long-distance services between London, the Midlands and northern Britain.

Overview

Milton Keynes Central is the main railway station serving the town of Milton Keynes in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. The station lies on the West Coast Main Line, the principal rail artery that links London with the north of Great Britain, and sits on the route between London Euston and Glasgow.

Location and role

The station is located approximately 80 kilometres (about 50 miles) to the northwest of central London. It functions as both a local transport hub for the town and a stop on long-distance services that run along the West Coast Main Line, connecting the Midlands and the north with the capital.

Services and connections

Serves local and longer-distance passenger services along the West Coast Main Line.
Provides direct links toward London and to destinations further north, including services that continue as far as Glasgow.
Offers interchange for passengers travelling to and from Milton Keynes and surrounding parts of Buckinghamshire.