How to travel from Milton Keynes to Chester

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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 an average ticket price of L 219 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of L 219, while a train costs an average of L 310.

Distance: 119 miles (193 km)

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Bus
Driving

L 310

Average price

L 219

Average price

Cheapest

L 245

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 42m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 35m

Average total duration

6h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

FlixBus

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The cheapest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Chester is a bus with an average price of L 219.

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

A bus is L 91 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes to Chester costing on average L 310.

The fastest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Chester is by train with an average journey time of 2h 12m.

Other travel options to Chester take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milton Keynes and Chester including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Milton Keynes to Chester 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 1h 10m sooner (1h 42m by train vs 2h 52m by car). Tickets start at around L 310 compared to roughly L 245 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.

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from Milton Keynes to Chester

How to get from Milton Keynes to Chester by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Milton Keynes to Chester is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Stagecoach Midlands
    7:44 PM9h36
    Milton Keynes
    5:20 AMChester
    L 1201One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Stagecoach Midlands
    7:44 PM9h36
    Milton Keynes
    5:20 AMChester
    L 1201One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Stagecoach East
    12:10 AM5h10
    Milton Keynes
    5:20 AMChester
    L 2331One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Milton Keynes to Chester

Travel to Chester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Milton Keynes to Chester.

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There are 2 options to travel between Milton Keynes and Chester including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Chester is a bus with an average price of L 219.

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

A bus is L 91 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes to Chester costing on average L 310.

The fastest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Chester is by train with an average journey time of 2h 12m.

Other travel options to Chester take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 35m.

The distance from Milton Keynes to Chester is approximately 119 miles (193 km).
The average frequency per day from Milton Keynes to Chester is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milton Keynes to Chester:
  • Buses mostly depart from Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station and arrive in Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange).
  • Trains mostly depart from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and arrive in Chester station (CTR).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milton Keynes to Chester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Chester by bus.
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Lumo to go to Chester by train.
Omio customers who travel from Milton Keynes to Chester often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Euston (EUS), Manchester, Liverpool, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chester and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Chester to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Chester, you can explore Chester Zoo, one of the UK's largest zoos, and the Grosvenor Museum with its local history exhibits. Enjoy the scenic River Dee with a walk or boat trip. Visit Storyhouse for theatre, cinema, and library experiences. Discover military history at the Cheshire Military Museum. Don't miss Chester Cathedral's stunning architecture, the Chester Roman Amphitheatre, the medieval Chester City Walls, the iconic Eastgate Clock, and The Rows for unique shopping experiences.
To fully experience Chester, two to three days are ideal. This allows time to explore its historic attractions, such as the Roman walls, Chester Cathedral, and the historic Rows, as well as enjoy its shops and dining options.

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