Milton Keynes travel guide

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You're Going to Love Milton Keynes

With a population of 184,506, Milton Keynes is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Milton Keynes has to offer.

Where to Eat in Milton Keynes

If you’re looking for affordable options, Middletons Steakhouse & Grill - Milton Keynes (434 Midsummer Boulevard) and Maaya Indian Kitchen & Bar (The Hub 2 Rillaton Walk) are great picks.

When to visit Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Milton Keynes in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 117
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Milton Keynes

Plane

Although Milton Keynes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oxford Kidlington (OXF), which is located 45 km from Milton Keynes. The shortest flight to Milton Keynes from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 7h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Milton Keynes, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Milton Keynes to Norwich takes 1h 45m and costs around C$ 18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about C$ 37 for a 2h 00m trip. Located 1.4 km from the city centre, Milton Keynes Central is the busiest station in Milton Keynes. Another popular train station is Milton Keynes Aspley Guise, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Milton Keynes is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 74 km from Milton Keynes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Milton Keynes, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Leicester, the bus ride to Milton Keynes takes 169 km and will cost you around C$ 10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about C$ 15 for a journey of 217 km. The most popular bus station is Milton Keynes Milton Keynes National Bowl, located 2.6 km from downtown Milton Keynes. Milton Keynes Milton Keynes is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Milton Keynes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oxford Kidlington (OXF), which is located 45 km from Milton Keynes. The shortest flight to Milton Keynes from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 7h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Milton Keynes, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Milton Keynes to Norwich takes 1h 45m and costs around C$ 18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about C$ 37 for a 2h 00m trip. Located 1.4 km from the city centre, Milton Keynes Central is the busiest station in Milton Keynes. Another popular train station is Milton Keynes Aspley Guise, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Milton Keynes is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 74 km from Milton Keynes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Milton Keynes, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Leicester, the bus ride to Milton Keynes takes 169 km and will cost you around C$ 10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about C$ 15 for a journey of 217 km. The most popular bus station is Milton Keynes Milton Keynes National Bowl, located 2.6 km from downtown Milton Keynes. Milton Keynes Milton Keynes is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 km from the city centre.

Airports near Milton Keynes

Airlines serving Milton Keynes

Lufthansa
Good (4,672 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,606 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,809 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Milton Keynes

Average rates range from around C$ 127 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 239 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Milton Keynes

Most booked hotels in Milton Keynes

Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 92+
DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 116+
Novotel Milton Keynes
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 106+
Travelodge Milton Keynes Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 52+

Renting a car in Milton Keynes

Expect to pay C$ 2.55 per litre in Milton Keynes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.57 and C$ 40.76. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Milton Keynes, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.55 per litre in Milton Keynes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.57 and C$ 40.76. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Milton Keynes, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.