How to get to Silverstone by train
From £6.80* from London Euston, skip the race-day traffic and take the train to Silverstone . Whether you are heading to the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, MotoGP, or CarFest, London Northwestern Railway offers hassle-free transport via Milton Keynes Central.
We operate direct trains from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central, with direct services also connecting Birmingham New Street, Coventry, Rugby, Northampton, Bletchley, and Watford Junction.
Onward travel from the station
Once you arrive at Milton Keynes Central, dedicated shuttle buses are often available on race weekends that drop you straight at the Silverstone circuit gates, with journeys taking around 50 minutes, and can be booked on the Silverstone website .
Alternatively, local taxis take approximately 25 minutes from the station.
Journey information
London Northwestern Railway runs up to 5 trains per hour from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central on our new Class 730 trains, with fares starting from £6.80 for an Advance Single - making us one of the most affordable ways to travel this route by rail.
Our journey time from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central is 55 minutes. Faster services are available with other operators, but if you're looking for the best value fare, London Northwestern Railway is the smart choice (especially when you factor in the cost of parking, fuel, and the stress of race-day traffic!)
Stations
Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Address:302 Eldergate
Milton Keynes
Buckinghamshire
MK9 1LA
Milton Keynes Central station information
| Staffing level | Part time |
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| CCTV | Yes |
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| Station operator | London Northwestern Railway |
| Ticket office opening times | All Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall. Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
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| Pre-purchase collection | Yes |
| Ticket machine | Yes |
| Smartcards issued here | No |
| Validate Smartcards here | No |
| Penalty fares | LM |
| Customer service information | Please contact our Contact Centre team on: 0333 311 0006. Who are open during the following times: Monday to Friday: 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 - 16:00 Bank Holidays: 08:00 - 16:00 except Christmas Day and Boxing Day **Milton Keynes Central is accredited by the Secure Station Scheme** |
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| Seated area | Yes
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| Waiting room | The waiting room facilities at Milton Keynes Central will be locked out of use until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause to your journey.
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| Trolleys | Yes
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| Station buffet | Coffee shop Coffee kiosk Food vending machine |
| Toilets | The toilets are located on 1 and 3. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00. |
| Baby changing facilities | Yes
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| Wifi | |
| Post box | Yes
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| ATM machine | Yes
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| Shops | Convenience store Passport Photo Booth |
| Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here . 0800 0248 997 24 hours, 7 days a week (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day)
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| Staff help | This station is staffed part time. This means that during 'staff help available opening times' your assistance will be provided by station staff. Any other time, our on-train Conductors will provide your assistance onto the train.
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| Induction loop available | Yes |
| Ticket machine | Yes
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| Accessible booking office counter available | There is an accessible Ticket Office window on the main concourse. The counter on this window can be lowered to help wheelchair users and other customers. |
| Ramp for train access available | Yes
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| Accessible taxis information | Accessible taxis are available |
| Accessible public phones | Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance |
| National Key toilets available | Yes
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| Step free access | This station has been classified as a step-free access category A station. This means that this station has step-free access to all platforms. More information on the step-free classification system can be found at https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955 The assistance meeting point is at the ticket office during available opening times. When station staff aren't available, the assistance meeting point is on the platform that your train is due to depart. When the train has arrived, please attract the attention of a staff member onboard, who will help you to board the train. |
| Ticket gates | Yes
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| Impaired mobility set down available | Accessible parking bays. |
| Wheelchairs | Wheelchairs are available at this station |
Milton Keynes Station Car Park
| Car park 1 | Station Car Park |
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| Car park 1 operator | SABA UK |
| Car park 1 spaces | 549 |
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https://www.sabaparking.co.uk/car-park/milton-keynes-central-station-car-park |
| Onward travel | Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
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| Cycle storage available | Yes |
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| Cycle storage spaces | 900 |
| Cycle storage sheltered | Yes |
| Cycle storage CCTV | Yes |
| Cycle storage location | Front of station |
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| Cycle hire | Yes. Just out side the station operated by Santander Cycles. More information can be found at santandercyclesmk.co.uk |
| Rail replacement information | *For rail replacement this Easter, buses will be operating from Elder Gate. Click here for a directional video to Elder Gate. * Rail replacement vehicles will operate from Bus Stops Y1 & Y4 in the bus station, outside the main station entrance. (Please note: during disruption or engineering works, vehicles may instead operate from alternative bus stops or Elder Gate) Please check your destination before boarding. Please click here for walking directions from the station to the rail replacement bus stop. Please click here for a directional video to the rail replacement bus stop. |
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Departures and arrivals from Milton Keynes Central
Key events at Silverstone
Plan ahead for your travel to Silverstone’s major annual events, including:
- Formula 1 British Grand Prix : The biggest weekend of the UK motorsport calendar, drawing massive crowds for four days of racing and live music (2nd-5th July 2026).
- The BRDC Classic : A celebration of British motorsport history, featuring hundreds of legendary retro racing cars on track (24th-26th July 2026).
- British Grand Prix MotoGP : See the world’s fastest riders take on the iconic GP circuit (7th-9th August 2026).
- CarFest : The ultimate family-friendly fundraising festival combining classic cars, celebrity guests and live music over the August Bank Holiday weekend (28th-30th August 2026).
- The British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) : High-impact, wheel-to-wheel touring car racing, marking the penultimate event in the calendar (26th-27th September 2026).
Top tips for travelling to Silverstone
- Book in advance: Book your train travel to Silverstone up to 12 weeks ahead and take advantage of our Advance fares for specific event arrival times.
- Travel off-peak: Our off-peak tickets offer cheaper fares and are valid Monday to Friday for trains departing London Euston after 9:15 and all day on weekends and bank holidays.
- Save on group travel: Heading to Silverstone with friends? Save 1/3 with our GroupSave discount, automatically applied for groups of 3-9, or save up to 26% when travelling in groups of 10 or more by completing our group booking form .
- Keep your phone charged for your day out: Our new Class 730 trains are equipped with plug sockets at every seat, so you can keep your phone fully charged and ready to capture the race day action.
- Plan around the last train: Big race days can end late, so check live train timetables and plan around the last train home.
What happens if my event at Silverstone finishes late?
If your event at Silverstone is running behind schedule, be sure to keep an eye on our live departures board so you don’t miss the last train home.
Advance tickets are only valid for the service stated on your ticket, so if you miss this train, you will need to purchase a new ticket.
When is the last train home from Milton Keynes?
Your last train will differ depending on your destination. Use our journey planner to check times before you travel.
For London-bound services, the last London Northwestern Railway train from Milton Keynes Central to London departs at approximately 23:46 and services resume at 3:30.
Which train station is closest to Silverstone?
The closest LNR train station to Silverstone is Milton Keynes Central, with direct services running from many key cities, including London, Northampton and Birmingham.
From the station, the venue often run race day shuttle buses direct to Silverstone (approx. 50 minute journey). Alternatively, you can book a taxi to arrive at the venue in time for the race day fixtures.
Is alcohol allowed onboard LNR trains to Silverstone?
To ensure everyone has a great journey with us, we sometimes restrict alcohol on board our trains, and especially on major event days at Silverstone. Our staff also reserve the right to stop passengers from boarding if they appear to have had too much to drink.
How long does it take to get from Milton Keynes station to Silverstone?
After arriving at Milton Keynes Central Station, visitors can board event-day shuttle buses that take approximately 50 minutes. Alternatively, taxis take around 25 minutes to Silverstone, depending on race-day traffic, and have designated drop-off points outside the venue.