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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 4 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Bournemouth on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 44 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Milton Keynes to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€69 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milton Keynes to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Bournemouth trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 5:39 AM Milton Keynes | 4h44 | 10:23 AM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:38 AM Milton Keynes | 3h56 | 10:34 AM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:06 AM Milton Keynes | 4h17 | 11:23 AM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:39 AM Milton Keynes | 3h48 | 12:27 PM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Bournemouth
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Bournemouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 00:27 |
Last train 21:16 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Milton Keynes to Bournemouth trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Bournemouth from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Milton Keynes to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Bournemouth
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
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TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
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