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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester 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 Colchester to Milton Keynes will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Colchester 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 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
8:012h13Colchester10:14Milton Keynes£731One-way0 changes
- 8:012h13Colchester10:14Milton Keynes£731One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Colchester to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 115 km
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£73 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Colchester to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Milton Keynes trains for tomorrow, Thursday 30 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:01 Colchester | 2h13 | 10:14 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Milton Keynes
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Trains from Colchester to Milton Keynes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 0:27 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Colchester to Milton Keynes trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester and Milton Keynes from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Colchester to Milton Keynes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and Milton Keynes
Most Colchester to Milton Keynes trains use the Colchester to Milton Keynes Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Milton Keynes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Colchester station do trains to Milton Keynes leave from?
Getting to Colchester from Colchester city centre
Colchester is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Colchester train station facilities and services
Colchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester. ATMs are available at Colchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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: No.
Getting to Hythe (Essex) from Colchester city centre
Hythe (Essex) is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Hythe (Essex) train station facilities and services
Hythe (Essex) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hythe (Essex): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hythe (Essex): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hythe (Essex): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Colchester Town from Colchester city centre
Colchester Town train station facilities and services
Colchester Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains from Colchester arrive at?
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.
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