Travel Guide
Travel Guide: Getting to The Open University, Milton Keynes
If you’re flying in from abroad or elsewhere in the UK, this guide outlines the best travel options from major airports to the SysPrac25 venue at The Open University in Milton Keynes.
Venue Address
The Open University
Walton Hall
Milton Keynes
MK7 6AA
United Kingdom
Nearest Airports
| Airport | Travel Time to Milton Keynes | Recommended Route |
| London Luton (LTN) | 45–60 minutes | Direct train or taxi |
| Heathrow (LHR) | 1.5–2 hours | Train via central London |
| Birmingham (BHX) | 1.5 hours | Direct train to Milton Keynes |
| Stansted (STN) | 2 hours | Train via central London |
| Gatwick (LGW) | 2–2.5 hours | Train via central London |
Travel Routes by Airport
From London Luton (LTN)
- Train: Take the Luton Airport Shuttle to Luton Airport Parkway, then a direct train to Milton Keynes Central (approx. 1 hour total).
- Taxi: Journey time approx. 45 minutes. Cost: £60–£80.
From Heathrow (LHR)
- Train: Take the Elizabeth Line or Heathrow Express to Paddington, then the Underground to Euston Station. From Euston, take a direct train to Milton Keynes Central (approx. 35 minutes from Euston).
- Total journey time: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
From Birmingham Airport (BHX)
- Train: From Birmingham International Station (adjacent to the airport), take a direct train to Milton Keynes Central. Journey time approx. 1 hour 15 minutes.
From Stansted Airport (STN)
- Train: Take the Stansted Express to London Liverpool Street, then transfer by Underground to Euston Station. From Euston, take a direct train to Milton Keynes Central. Total journey approx. 2 hours.
From Gatwick Airport (LGW)
- Train: Travel to London Victoria or London Bridge, then take the Underground to Euston. From Euston, board a direct train to Milton Keynes Central. Total journey time approx. 2–2.5 hours.
From Milton Keynes Central to The Open University
- Taxi: 10–15 minutes (£10–£15)
- Bus: Route 5 or 6 to “Walton Hall” stop (approx. 20–25 minutes)
- On Foot: Around 1 hour (not recommended with luggage)
Accommodation
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Questions?
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We look forward to welcoming you to SysPrac25 in Milton Keynes.