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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Derby to Milton Keynes, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
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£22.10
Fri23May
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£22.45
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£49.50
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£49.50
Mon26May
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Derby to Milton Keynes train prices and times

Looking to travel from Derby to Milton Keynes? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £22.10, with average prices for this route around £51.80.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Fri, May 23
    From £22.10
  • Sat, May 24
    From £22.45
  • Sun, May 25
    From £49.50
  • Mon, May 26
    From £49.50
  • Tue, May 27
    From £49.50
  • Wed, May 28
    From £49.50
  • Thu, May 29
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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06:10
Derby
07:24
Milton Keynes Central
1h 14m, No directCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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06:49
Derby
08:16
Milton Keynes Central
1h 27m, No directCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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07:28
Derby
08:49
Milton Keynes Central
1h 21m, No directCrossCountryWest Midlands Trains
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08:28
Derby
09:48
Milton Keynes Central
1h 20m, No directCrossCountryWest Midlands Trains
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09:10
Derby
10:48
Milton Keynes Central
1h 38m, No directCrossCountryWest Midlands Trains
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09:31
Derby
11:16
Paris
1h 45m, No directCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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Derby to Milton Keynes train route details

First train
First train
06:10
Last train
Last train
22:50
Departure station
Departure station
Derby
Arrival station
Arrival station
Milton Keynes
Journey time
Journey time
1h 14m
Distance
Distance
68 miles
Price
Price
£22.10*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Derby to Milton Keynes

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Derby to Milton Keynes. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Derby to Milton Keynes 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%

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 Derby to Milton Keynes, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Derby to Milton Keynes ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

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 Derby to Milton Keynes more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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