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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$52

Average price

$52

Fastest journey

1 h 31 m

Average duration

1 h 38 m

Trains per day

Distance

71 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Leicester 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 Leicester will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Milton Keynes to Leicester without transferring at least once.

Y80790 · W88035+C21563
8:35 AM2h01
Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
10:36 AMLeicester station (LEI)
$521One-way
2 transfers
C17762+G66626
9:19 AM1h32
Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
10:51 AMLeicester station (LEI)
$521One-way
1 transfer
C17983+G66621
7:16 AM1h34
Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
8:50 AMLeicester station (LEI)
$521One-way
1 transfer
C21551+W70568 · W88014
5:04 AM2h14
Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
7:18 AMLeicester station (LEI)
$521One-way
2 transfers
C17990+G00788
8:19 AM1h31
Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
9:50 AMLeicester station (LEI)
$521One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Milton Keynes to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $22.

Distance: 44 miles (71 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
$40 Average price	$19 Average price Cheapest	$20 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 11m 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

The cheapest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Leicester is a bus with an average price of $19 (€15).

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

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes to Leicester costing on average $40 (€33).

The fastest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Leicester is by train with an average journey time of 59m.

Other travel options to Leicester take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milton Keynes and Leicester including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Milton Keynes to Leicester among Omio's users.

Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 12m sooner (59m by train vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $20 (€16) 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 Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Leicester trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C17941+G66640	Delayed 1:20 PM 2:19 PMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h32	3:51 PM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
Y80878 · W88076+C41905 · C21650	Delayed 1:40 PM 2:35 PMMilton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h11	4:46 PM Leicester station (LEI)	3 transfers
C18017+G66643	On time 3:19 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h32	4:51 PM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
C17801 · W88083+C41912 · W70922	On time 3:35 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h13	5:48 PM Leicester station (LEI)	3 transfers
C17881+G00828	On time 4:19 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h35	5:54 PM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
Y80900 · W88089+C41919 · C21785	On time 4:35 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h12	6:47 PM Leicester station (LEI)	3 transfers
C18013+G66649	On time 5:19 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h33	6:52 PM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
C18012+G66652	On time 6:19 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h31	7:50 PM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
Y80914 · W88100+W70910 · C41928	On time 6:35 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h13	8:48 PM Leicester station (LEI)	3 transfers
C17783+G66655	On time 7:19 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h33	8:52 PM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
Y80920 · W88105+C41932 · C21778	On time 7:35 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h10	9:45 PM Leicester station (LEI)	3 transfers
C17936+G00795	On time 8:19 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h32	9:51 PM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
C17747 · W88112+C41936 · C21150	On time 8:35 PM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h10	10:45 PM Leicester station (LEI)	3 transfers
Saturday, June 20
W70568 · W88014+C21551	5:04 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h14	7:18 AM Leicester station (LEI)	2 transfers
C17983+G66621	7:16 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h34	8:50 AM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
Y80785 · W88028+W70954	7:35 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h00	9:35 AM Leicester station (LEI)	2 transfers
C17990+G00788	8:19 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h31	9:50 AM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
Y80790 · W88035+C21563	8:35 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h01	10:36 AM Leicester station (LEI)	2 transfers
C17762+G66626	9:19 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h32	10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
Y80798 · W88042+C21565	9:35 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h01	11:36 AM Leicester station (LEI)	2 transfers
C17994+G66628	10:19 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	1h32	11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI)	1 transfer
Y80807 · W88049+W70971	10:35 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC)	2h01	12:36 PM Leicester station (LEI)	2 transfers
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West Midlands Trains as well as Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and more offer trains services from Milton Keynes to Leicester.

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Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Leicester

United Kingdom

Trains from Milton Keynes to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 6m.

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 $12 (€10)

Distance

44 miles (71 km)

Average train duration

59m

Cheapest ticket price

$22 (€18)

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 6m

First train

4:30 AM

Last train

10:56 PM

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Fri

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

6 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $12 (€10)

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Milton Keynes to Leicester trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Leicester from $12 (€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 Duration

1h 31m

Cheapest Price

$22 (€18)

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

Learn more about West Midlands Trains

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 Duration

1h 6m

Cheapest Price

$40 (€32)

Avanti West Coast frequency

3 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

Learn more about Avanti West Coast

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 Duration

1h 33m

Cheapest Price

$52 (€42)

CrossCountry frequency

2 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

Learn more about CrossCountry

FAQs: Trains from Milton Keynes to Leicester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Train ticket prices from Milton Keynes to Leicester can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $22 (€18), while the average price is around $40 (€33).

The train from Milton Keynes to Leicester takes 1h 6m and runs 5 per day.

The first train from Milton Keynes to Leicester leaves at 4:30 AM.

The distance by train from Milton Keynes to Leicester is 44 miles (71 km).

The last train from Milton Keynes to Leicester leaves at 10:56 PM.

There is no high speed train available from Milton Keynes to Leicester.

There is no direct train service currently available from Milton Keynes to Leicester.

Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Milton Keynes to Leicester.

The train station in Milton Keynes that goes to Leicester is Milton Keynes Central (MKC), which connects to Leicester station (LEI).

The cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to Leicester is by bus, with a cost of around $12 (€10).

The train journey from Milton Keynes to Leicester offers pleasant views of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills, fields, and occasional glimpses of quaint villages, making it a moderately scenic route.

Yes, a day trip from Milton Keynes to Leicester is feasible. The journey takes 1h 6m, covers a distance of 44 miles (71 km), and there are 5 train trips per day.

Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Leicester's main attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre.

Yes, you can take the train from Milton Keynes to Leicester.

Since neither Milton Keynes nor Leicester 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 Leicester include Nottingham, Birmingham, Derby, Loughborough, Beeston.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Milton Keynes to Leicester 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 Leicester, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets and public transport. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers who are not licensed and street vendors selling counterfeit goods. Staying vigilant in busy spots and using licensed services helps ensure a safer visit.

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.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Leicester

Most Milton Keynes to Leicester trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Leicester 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 Leicester

Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Leicester leave from?

Trains from Milton Keynes to Leicester 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 3301235247 Shopping

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.

More about Milton Keynes Central

Which Leicester station do trains from Milton Keynes arrive at?

Trains from Milton Keynes to Leicester arrive at Leicester. Leicester is 0 miles (1 km) from Leicester city centre.

LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre

BusX7 · 4m · $2 · every ~3 min

16 · 7m · every ~6 min

Hop · 11m · $2 · every ~14 min

Leicester train station facilities and services

Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.