Reading to Milton Keynes by train
Milton Keynes lies 67 km (41 mi) north of Reading, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 38 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 81 km (51 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Reading | Milton Keynes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 318,014 | 256,385 |
| Elevation | 51 m (167 ft) | 114 m (374 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | Tilehurst railway station, Reading West, Reading Green Park railway station | Milton Keynes Central railway station |
| Postal codes | RG1–RG6 | MK1–MK9 |
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Common questions
How far is Milton Keynes from Reading?
67 km (41 mi) in a straight line, north of Reading; by road roughly 81 km (51 mi).
How long does it take to get from Reading to Milton Keynes by train?
About 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Reading and Milton Keynes?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.