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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to Milton Keynes will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cheltenham for Milton Keynes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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 Cheltenham to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 92 km
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2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Milton Keynes trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 6 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:40 Cheltenham | 2h24 | 09:04 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Milton Keynes
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Trains from Cheltenham to Milton Keynes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 00:29 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cheltenham to Milton Keynes trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cheltenham and Milton Keynes from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to Milton Keynes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Milton Keynes
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car 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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