The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Milton Keynes will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 3 trains that leave Norwich for Milton Keynes on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.
7:00 AM4h15Norwich11:15 AMMilton Keynes$491One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM3h21Norwich1:51 PMMilton Keynes$1271One-way0 transfers
5:00 AM3h14Norwich8:14 AMMilton Keynes$1711One-way0 transfers
5:00 AM3h14Norwich8:14 AMMilton Keynes$1711One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM3h21Norwich1:51 PMMilton Keynes$1271One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM4h15Norwich11:15 AMMilton Keynes$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Norwich to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 95 miles (154 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$109 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m 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 Norwich to Milton Keynes:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Milton Keynes costing on average $109 (€90).
Other travel options to Milton Keynes take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 18m.
Tickets start at around $109 (€90) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-69.69 (€-57.07). The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Norwich to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Milton Keynes trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 AM Norwich | 3h14 | 8:14 AM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Norwich | 4h15 | 11:15 AM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Norwich | 3h21 | 1:51 PM Milton Keynes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Milton Keynes
Trains from Norwich to Milton Keynes run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 95 miles (154 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 3:30 AM |
Last train 10:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Norwich to Milton Keynes trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Milton Keynes from $20 (€16). 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 Norwich to Milton Keynes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich to Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Norwich to Milton Keynes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
- 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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