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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Chester
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Chester 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 Chester will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Milton Keynes to Chester without transferring at least once.
C17949 · C17896+
Y630326:19 PM3h13Milton Keynes Central (MKC)9:32 PMChester station (CTR)$291One-way2 transfers- C17955 · C17899+W442725:19 PM3h13Milton Keynes Central (MKC)8:32 PMChester station (CTR)$341One-way2 transfers
- C17940 · C17933+Y629547:19 PM3h13Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:32 PMChester station (CTR)$431One-way2 transfers
- C17935+G384399:23 PM2h36Milton Keynes Central (MKC)11:59 PMChester station (CTR)$431One-way1 transfer
W33486+G390115:34 PM1h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)7:23 PMChester station (CTR)$471One-way1 transfer
- W33721+G390127:34 PM1h46Milton Keynes Central (MKC)9:20 PMChester station (CTR)$651One-way1 transfer
- W33486+G390115:34 PM1h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)7:23 PMChester station (CTR)$471One-way1 transfer
- W33485+G386496:34 PM2h10Milton Keynes Central (MKC)8:44 PMChester station (CTR)$651One-way1 transfer
- W33750+G384399:46 PM2h13Milton Keynes Central (MKC)11:59 PMChester station (CTR)$601One-way1 transfer
- C17755+G386538:24 PM2h20Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:44 PMChester station (CTR)$481One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Milton Keynes to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 119 miles (193 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milton Keynes to Chester:
A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes to Chester costing on average $73 (€60).
Other travel options to Chester take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 0m.
You'll arrive about 1h 8m sooner (1h 44m by train vs 2h 52m by car). Tickets start at around $73 (€60) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Chester trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C17955 · C17899+W44272 | 5:19 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h13 | 8:32 PM Chester station (CTR) | 2 transfers | |
| W33486+G39011 | 5:34 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 7:23 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Chester
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Chester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (193 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 119 miles (193 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 3:39 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Milton Keynes to Chester trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Chester from $16 (€13). 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 Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Chester
Most Milton Keynes to Chester trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Chester leave from?
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:
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.
Which Chester station do trains from Milton Keynes arrive at?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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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