How to travel from Milton Keynes to Birmingham

There are 2 options to travel between Milton Keynes and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of €18.

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

A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham costing on average €23.

The fastest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 14m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 49m.

The distance from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is approximately 57 miles (92 km).

The average frequency per day from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is:

• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milton Keynes and Birmingham as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milton Keynes to Birmingham:

• Trains mostly depart from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
• Buses mostly depart from Milton Keynes, Coachway and arrive in Birmingham, Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milton Keynes to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains to go to Birmingham by train.
• Travel with Stagecoach East, Uno, Arriva UK to go to Birmingham by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Milton Keynes to Birmingham:

• 5 direct trains per day with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.

Omio customers who travel from Milton Keynes to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Manchester, Glasgow. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

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.