4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Chester
Cheapest price
€79
Average price
€80
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Chester will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
Of the 2 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Chester on Sat, Nov 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct trains cover the 193 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 193 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€49 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milton Keynes to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Chester trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:05 AM Milton Keynes | 2h37 | 8:42 AM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:12 AM Milton Keynes | 2h22 | 8:34 AM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:33 AM Milton Keynes | 2h17 | 8:50 AM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 7:19 AM Milton Keynes | 2h23 | 9:42 AM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Chester
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Chester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:56, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 193 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 02:56 |
Last train 22:41 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Milton Keynes to Chester trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Chester from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Milton Keynes to Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Chester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Chester
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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