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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Leicester
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€21
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€25
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 18
3
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Leicester 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 Leicester will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 trains from Milton Keynes to Leicester, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
8:19 AM1h33Milton Keynes9:52 AMLeicester€211One-way0 transfers- 9:19 AM1h32Milton Keynes10:51 AMLeicester€211One-way0 transfers
9:24 PM1h54Milton Keynes11:18 PMLeicester€341One-way0 transfers
- 9:19 AM1h32Milton Keynes10:51 AMLeicester€211One-way0 transfers
- 8:19 AM1h33Milton Keynes9:52 AMLeicester€211One-way0 transfers
- 9:24 PM1h54Milton Keynes11:18 PMLeicester€341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milton Keynes to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 71 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milton Keynes to Leicester:
A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes to Leicester costing on average €32.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 17m.
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Leicester trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C17750+ G00787 | Delayed 7:21 AM 8:19 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h33 | 9:52 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C17848+G66624 | Delayed 8:21 AM 9:19 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h32 | 10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
Y80817 · W88043+ C41875 · C21643 | On time 9:35 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h10 | 11:45 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 3 transfers | |
| C17878+G66627 | Delayed 9:21 AM 10:19 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h32 | 11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C17873+G00789 | Delayed 10:21 AM 11:19 AMMilton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h31 | 12:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Milton Keynes to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 10:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Milton Keynes to Leicester trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Leicester 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 Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Leicester
Most Milton Keynes to Leicester trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services
Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: 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.
Which Leicester station do trains from Milton Keynes arrive at?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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