Milton Keynes Guru

If you have a question that is related to Milton Keynes in some way, ask the guru and he will reply!

The guru's identity is shrouded in mystery, in some quarters he is thought to be older than all members of Miton Keynes Council put together. We have asked him about his age but his response..."this is of no Milton Keynes consequence".

Please feel free to ask just about anything, as long as it is at least loosely connected to something within Milton Keynes. We will try to publish all questions and answers, to ask the Guru your own question, please fill in the comment form below...

Older Questions that are still relevant

Below are links to old guru questions and answers from an old version of miltonkeynes.com Please note: These are approximately 1 year old and unsorted. We are currently working on updating and organising the questions and answers for accuracy and ease of use. But for now, you may find some useful info in these as is.

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Latest Questions and Answers from the Milton Keynes Guru:

Question: hi im going to wembley to see madonna on the 11th of september and it doesnt finish til late (around 10/11pm) could you tell me if the mk station will be open and if there is an alternate route i could get to get back home :) thanx
Mark Morgan

Answer: Hi Mark

I have checked train times on both the 11th and 12th and it seems there are trains arriving at Milton Keynes central train station as late as 02:45 am. So i would assume the station is open at this time, otherwise they wouldn't let you buy tickets. See the contact details on our MK train stations page here if you want to contact them and make sure for yourself.
Unfortunately there isn't much alternative to trains for getting back, you could hire a car or use a taxi but this would be quite expensive costing you around £80.
You could always walk or cycle :) Have fun.

The Guru

Question: How long does it take to get from birmingham to milton keynes?
Squigle

Answer: Hi Squigle

Birmingham is roughly 70 miles from milton keynes and the journey would take you about 1 hour 13 mins by car, depending on traffic etc.
Check the following link to Google maps for more information, routes and public transport options.
>> Take me to Google Maps

The Guru

Question: I'm going to Milton Keynes from Birmingham. how do i go to the shopping centre from the train station and back?
Helena

Answer: Hi Helena, If you head in a straight line from the main doors of the Train Station, Midsummer place (the new part of the shopping centre) is less then a mile walk away. Directly straight ahead, along Midsummer Boulevard.
There are regular buses from Milton Keynes Central Station which stop at the shopping centre, a good stop is The Point which is just outside Midsummer Place.
Milton Keynes Bus Timetables which should help you plan exactly which buses to catch.
The other option is taking a taxi, and with the distance being under a mile this should be minimum fair for most taxi companies in Milton Keynes (roughly around £3). Taxi Numbers in Milton Keynes
The Guru

Question: How far is the national bowl from milton keynes central station? i am attending linkin park concert on sunday and want to know the way and are taxis available outside?
Lianne

Answer: Namaste Lianne, From Milton Keynes central railway station exit right and walk for 50 metres and then turn right on to a footbridge over the railway line. This is a pedestrian cycleway redway system 'Leisure Route 51' and a 25-30 minute (just over 1 mile) signposted walk to the Bowl. Taxis are available outside the train station, visit our Taxi Numbers in Milton Keynes page for a range of local taxi companies.
The Guru

Question: What is the shop / cafe called inside the train station?
Andy Milner

Answer: Hello Andy, according to universal vibrations the cafe/shop at Milton Keynes Central Station is called Pumpkin café shop. You can contact them on 01908 663896. Opening Hours are as follows:
Mon-Fri: 6.00am - 7.00pm
Sat: 7.00am - 7.00pm
Sun: 9.00am - 7.00pm
The Guru

Question: Can i get a bus from Birmingham to Milton Keynes?
Dave Smith

Answer: Yes Dave, you certainly can. One way for one adult is around £11, return about £18. The journey should take about 1 Hour 40 Mins.
Visit www.nationalexpress.com to check prices, times and book your bus.
The Guru

Question: How long has this site been going for?
Emma Taylor

Answer: Hi Emma, miltonkeynes.com was originally launched in 1999. It has since been through a change of management and numerous design improvements. We are looking forward to a 10th birthday party next year...watch this space!
The Guru