Milton Keynes to Birmingham train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Birmingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 15

Cheapest price on Sep 15

$24

Average ticket price on Sep 15

$50

Fastest journey on Sep 15

56 m

Average journey duration on Sep 15

1 h 20 m

Trains on Sep 15

6

Distance

92 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Birmingham will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.

Fast trains

On Tue, Sep 15, we found 6 trains from Milton Keynes to Birmingham, including 3 direct services.

On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .

On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • West Midlands TrainsY80805
    8:38 AM1h36
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    10:14 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • West Midlands TrainsY80800
    8:08 AM1h37
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    9:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • West Midlands TrainsC17750 · Y80800
    8:19 AM1h26
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    9:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • Avanti West CoastW34260
    8:52 AM0h56
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    9:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastC01312+West Midlands TrainsY80800
    8:24 AM1h21
    Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
    9:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    $801One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Milton Keynes to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 57 miles (92 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$36

Average price

$28

Average price

Cheapest

$38

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 51m

Average total duration

3h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 19m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

West Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of $28.

This is compared to other travel options from Milton Keynes to Birmingham:

A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham costing on average $36.

The fastest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 16m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milton Keynes and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Milton Keynes to Birmingham among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3m faster (1h 16m by train vs 1h 19m by car) and roughly $2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($36 vs $38). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Milton Keynes to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
West Midlands TrainsY808008:08 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h37
9:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC17750 · Y808008:19 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h26
9:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 transfer
West Midlands TrainsC17750+CrossCountryG009558:19 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h19
9:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 transfer
Avanti West CoastC01312+West Midlands TrainsY808008:24 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h21
9:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 transfer
West Midlands TrainsY808058:38 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
1h36
10:14 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW342608:52 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
0h56
9:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 transfersDirect

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Milton Keynes to Birmingham.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Milton Keynes to Birmingham.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Milton Keynes to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham

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Trains from Milton Keynes to Birmingham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10
Distance
57 miles (92 km)
Average train duration
1h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
$10
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
50m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Milton Keynes to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Birmingham from $10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
59m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
$10
West Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
50m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
$20
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
59m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
$74
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

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British pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafes is optional.

FAQs: Trains from Milton Keynes to Birmingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Milton Keynes to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $10, while the average price is around $36.
The train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham takes 50m and runs 11 per day.
The first train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham leaves at 12:01 AM.
The distance by train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is 57 miles (92 km).
The last train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham leaves at 11:57 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Milton Keynes to Birmingham.
Yes, there is a direct train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Milton Keynes to Birmingham.
The train station in Milton Keynes that goes to Birmingham is Milton Keynes Central (MKC), which connects to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is by train, with a cost of around $10.
The train journey from Milton Keynes to Birmingham offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with stretches of picturesque English landscapes, including fields and small villages, especially as you move further from the urban areas.
Yes, a day trip from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is feasible with a travel duration of 50m and a distance of 57 miles (92 km). Trains run frequently, with 7 trips per day.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.
Yes, you can take the train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham.
Since neither Milton Keynes nor Birmingham are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Birmingham include Leicester, Leamington Spa, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Derby.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Milton Keynes to Birmingham among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Birmingham, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like shopping districts and public transport hubs. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers and fake charity collectors. It's advisable to use licensed taxis, keep valuables secure, and remain alert in crowded places to avoid these risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Birmingham

Most Milton Keynes to Birmingham trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Milton Keynes
Arrival train stations in Birmingham

Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Birmingham leave from?

Trains from Milton Keynes to Birmingham leave from Milton Keynes Central. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Milton Keynes city centre at Milton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA.
Milton Keynes CentralMilton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA+44 3301235247ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre

Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:

BusMk1, X5 · 7m · $2 · every ~11 min

Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services

Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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