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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Milton Keynes will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol for Milton Keynes every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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 coach for Bristol to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 143 km
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Live departures
Bristol to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Milton Keynes trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C23658+ W09411 | On time 09:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h43 | 12:16 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 change | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
| 03:53 Bristol | 3h14 | 07:07 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:35 Bristol | 2h41 | 08:16 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:01 Bristol | 2h47 | 09:48 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Milton Keynes
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Trains from Bristol to Milton Keynes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 01:56 |
Last train 22:42 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol to Milton Keynes trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Milton Keynes from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Train from Bristol to Milton Keynes: Journey Details
The train from Bristol to Milton Keynes takes approximately 3 hours, with two trains departing an hour. The service is provided by CrossCountry Trains, Virgin Trains and First Great Western, with changes at either London or Birmingham New Street. The same service operates 7 days a week, with the first train on Saturdays and Sundays departing slightly later.
Return journeys for trains from Milton Keynes to Bristol are also available.
Taking the Train from Bristol
Bristol Temple Meads Station, in the Recliffe area, is a 15-minute walk from Bristol city centre. Frequent buses, operated by First Bristol, as well as ferries arrive at Temple Meads from the city, the University, the airport and surrounding areas. First Bristol operates a bus service throughout the night. There is a taxi rank at the station.
Getting into Milton Keynes by Train
One of Milton Keynes' claims to fame is as the birthplace of the modern computer at nearby Bletchley Park, where visitors can enjoy fascinating, interactive museum exhibits. Visitors should also look out for the famous herd of concrete cows, sitting in a field just outside the city. Milton Keynes has plenty to entertain visitors with a huge cinema complex and indoor ski slope, both housed in the giant Xscape Dome.
Milton Keynes Central Station is located just 5 minutes walk from the town centre. The station is a terminal for Arriva, Stagecoach and Uno buses, which run services into central Milton Keynes and to surrounding villages and towns, such as Luton, Bletchley and Bedford. There are two taxi ranks immediately outside the station.
FAQs: Bristol to Milton Keynes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Milton Keynes
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on either side of Church Road
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road bus stop opposite station towards Bristol. Bus stop on Redland Grove towards Severn Beach
ParkingLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On single platform
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Weekends - Bus stop under roadbridge on Sea Mills Lane (300 yrds from station). Weekdays - Bus stops on either side of Shirehampton Road opposite the Co-op
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
ShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £1
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
- Cost £10
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
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
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