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Milton Keynes to Birmingham train prices and times

Looking to travel from Milton Keynes to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £3.25, with average prices for this route around £6.80.

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

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Tue, Aug 12
From £6.50
Wed, Aug 13
From £6.50
Thu, Aug 14
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Fri, Aug 15
From £6.50
Sat, Aug 16
From £6.50
Sun, Aug 17
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Mon, Aug 18
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:29 Milton Keynes Central	01:32 Birmingham New Street	1h 3m, Direct		Find Tickets
01:46 Milton Keynes Central	06:15 Birmingham New Street	4h 29m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:37 Milton Keynes Central	07:14 Birmingham New Street	1h 37m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:17 Milton Keynes Central	07:44 Birmingham New Street	1h 27m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:38 Milton Keynes Central	08:14 Birmingham New Street	1h 36m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:52 Milton Keynes Central	07:48 Paris	56m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Milton Keynes to Birmingham train route details

First train

00:29

Last train

23:29

Departure station

Milton Keynes

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

50m

Distance

58 miles

Price

£3.25*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Milton Keynes to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Milton Keynes to Birmingham. 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Milton Keynes to Birmingham, 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 Milton Keynes to Birmingham 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 Milton Keynes to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Milton Keynes to Birmingham 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
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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
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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