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Chester to Milton Keynes Central train prices and times
Looking to travel from Chester to Milton Keynes Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £18.20, with average prices for this route around £22.00.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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04:16 Chester | 06:48 Milton Keynes Central | 2h 32m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
04:48 Chester | 06:52 Milton Keynes Central | 2h 4m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:42 Chester | 08:15 Milton Keynes Central | 2h 33m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:56 Chester | 08:49 Milton Keynes Central | 2h 53m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:56 Chester | 09:48 Milton Keynes Central | 2h 52m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:32 Chester | 09:26 Paris | 1h 54m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Chester to Milton Keynes Central train route details

First train
04:16

Last train
21:34

Journey time
1h 54m

Distance
120 miles

Price
£18.20*
How to book cheap train tickets from Chester to Milton Keynes Central

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Chester to Milton Keynes Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Chester to Milton Keynes Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Chester to Milton Keynes Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Chester to Milton Keynes Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Chester to Milton Keynes Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Chester to Milton Keynes Central train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.