Milton Keynes is just 35 minutes from London Euston — faster than many London suburbs. Why MK has become one of the UK’s best cities for London commuters.
Milton Keynes is just 35 minutes from London Euston by train — faster than travelling from many London suburbs to the centre. This single fact has transformed MK into one of the most sought-after places to live for people who work in London but want space, value and quality of life.
The Numbers
Fast trains from Milton Keynes Central reach London Euston in as little as 32 minutes. The average house price in MK is roughly a third of the equivalent London property. For many people the maths is straightforward — commute 35 minutes and afford three times the house.
What MK Offers That London Can’t
Space. Green space. Affordable housing. Good schools. A car-friendly road network. Short commutes within the city itself. These are the things that draw Londoners north along the West Coast Main Line in their thousands every year.
The Fastest Growing City in the UK
MK is one of the fastest growing cities in the country, adding thousands of new residents every year. Much of that growth is driven by people relocating from London and the South East, drawn by the combination of connectivity and affordability.
If you’ve just moved here, check out our New to MK guide — everything you need to know to settle in fast.
This is part of our Discover MK series.
