Didcot to Milton Keynes train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Didcot to Milton Keynes

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£77

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

2 h 17 m

Average duration

2 h 23 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

59 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Didcot 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 Didcot to Milton Keynes will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Didcot for Milton Keynes every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.

Avanti West Coast
08:132h24
Didcot
10:37Milton Keynes
£771One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
07:062h27
Didcot
09:33Milton Keynes
£781One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
08:462h17
Didcot
11:03Milton Keynes
£781One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Didcot to Milton Keynes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £76.

Distance: 59 km

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£7

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1h 52m

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Live departures

Didcot to Milton Keynes train times

The table below shows live departures for Didcot to Milton Keynes trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:47 Didcot
2h26
07:13 Milton Keynes0 changesdirect
great_western10:45 Didcot
2h06
12:51 Milton Keynes0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Didcot to Milton Keynes

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Trains from Didcot to Milton Keynes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 2h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance
59 km
Average train duration
1h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£76
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 4m
First train
00:17
Last train
22:31
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Didcot to Milton Keynes trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Didcot and Milton Keynes from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£76
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Didcot to Milton Keynes train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot 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.

FAQs
Most visitors find that spending two to three days in Milton Keynes is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as Bletchley Park, the Milton Keynes Theatre, and the scenic parks and lakes.
Booking trains from Didcot to Milton Keynes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Didcot to Milton Keynes, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Didcot to Milton Keynes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £76, while the average price tends to be around £86.
The train distance from Didcot to Milton Keynes is 59 km.
The cheapest way to get from Didcot to Milton Keynes is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train station in Didcot that goes to Milton Keynes is Didcot Parkway (DID), and it arrives at Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
The train journey from Didcot to Milton Keynes covers a distance of 59 km and takes approximately 2h 4m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Didcot to Milton Keynes leaves at 0:17.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Didcot to Milton Keynes.
The last train from Didcot to Milton Keynes departs at 22:31.
Yes, you can take the train from Didcot to Milton Keynes.
Trains from Didcot to Milton Keynes run approximately 4 times per day.
A day trip from Didcot to Milton Keynes is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 4m. There are 4 trains per day covering the 59 km distance.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Didcot to Milton Keynes.
There is no night train service from Didcot to Milton Keynes.
The train journey from Didcot to Milton Keynes offers varied scenery, including stretches of picturesque countryside, small towns, and glimpses of the Chiltern Hills, providing a pleasant and scenic experience.

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Important Stations and Airports in Didcot and Milton Keynes

Didcot
Milton Keynes
The major train station for departures in Didcot is Didcot Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Didcot Parkway for your trip from Didcot to Milton Keynes.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:00 - 19:40
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Spar supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 3 and 5
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Outside station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Didcot Parkway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt.

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