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Garforth to Milton Keynes Central by train

First train

04:42

Last train

19:44

Departure station

Garforth

Arrival station

Milton Keynes Central

Journey time

From 2h 59m

Distance

124 miles (200 km)

Frequency

17 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Garforth to Milton Keynes Central by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Garforth to Milton Keynes Central? Look no further.

You'll usually find 17 trains per day running between Garforth and Milton Keynes Central, which usually take 4 hours 3 minutes to complete the 124 miles (200 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Milton Keynes Central by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Garforth to Milton Keynes Central if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Milton Keynes Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Garforth 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 Garforth to Milton Keynes Central take?

The average journey time by train between Garforth and Milton Keynes Central is 4 hours and 3 minutes, with around 17 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 Garforth and Milton Keynes Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Garforth to Milton Keynes Central is 2 hours and 59 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Garforth to Milton Keynes Central?

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

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

The first train from Garforth to Milton Keynes Central leaves at 04:42. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Garforth to Milton Keynes Central leaves at 19:44. 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 Garforth and Milton Keynes Central by train?

Trains travelling from Garforth to Milton Keynes Central cover a distance of around 124 miles (200 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Garforth to Milton Keynes Central

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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