How much is the train ticket from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Birmingham start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is 1h 36m, covering a distance of 55 miles (88 km). The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators service the Milton Keynes to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway , Avanti West Coast .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Milton Keynes to Birmingham at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

What is the best train operator from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Milton Keynes to Birmingham from $10

Next train departures

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Birmingham on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:42am	Wolverton	1h 32m	9:14am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:53am	Milton Keynes Central	55m	8:48am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	8:02am	Bletchley	1h 42m	9:44am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:53am	Milton Keynes Central	55m	8:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:02pm	Bletchley	1h 42m	4:44pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Birmingham on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Bletchley	1h 42m	4:44pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:05am	Milton Keynes Central	55m	8:00am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Bletchley	1h 43m	8:44am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:05am	Milton Keynes Central	55m	8:00am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:02am	Bletchley	1h 43m	9:45am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:32 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Milton Keynes to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

57 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $67	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$11 - $121	Average Duration1h 36m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $16	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Birmingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Birmingham start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Milton Keynes to Birmingham is 1h 36m, covering a distance of 55 miles (88 km). The quickest train can get you there in 50m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Milton Keynes to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Milton Keynes to Birmingham at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Milton Keynes to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

$19

12/10

$10

Today

$22

12/12

$10

12/13

$10

12/14

$10

12/15

$19

12/16

$21

The cheapest trip from Milton Keynes to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Milton Keynes to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $116 for a train ticket from Milton Keynes to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-12.

Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.