The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV)
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV) will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milton Keynes Central (MKC) for Southend Victoria (SOV) 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 116 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.


Live departures
Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV) trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h21 | 11:50 Southend Victoria (SOV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV)
Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:35, the last at 14:05. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 07:35 |
Last train 14:05 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Southend Victoria (SOV) from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Southend Victoria (SOV) 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 Southend Victoria (SOV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Southend Victoria (SOV)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Saturday 06:00 - 09:4515:00 - 18:45 Sunday 07:00 - 10:4516:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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: Taxi rank at front of station
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located near Platform 1. The National key toilets are located near Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only all toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Beside station building in secure compound
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
