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Milton Keynes Central to Balloch by train

First train

05:52

Last train

23:29

Departure station

Milton Keynes Central

Arrival station

Balloch

Journey time

From 6h 8m

Distance

315 miles (506 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper

Taking the train from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch in 6 hours 8 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 8 hours 1 minute to travel the 315 miles (506 km) from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or East Midlands Railway to Balloch. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Balloch by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

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

The average journey time by train between Milton Keynes Central and Balloch is 8 hours and 1 minute, with around 4 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 Milton Keynes Central and Balloch by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch is 6 hours and 8 minutes.

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

No, there are no direct train services from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch. Travelling from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

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

The first train from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch leaves at 05:52. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch leaves at 23:29. 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 Milton Keynes Central and Balloch by train?

Trains travelling from Milton Keynes Central to Balloch cover a distance of around 315 miles (506 km) during the journey.

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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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