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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Cardiff will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
To travel from Milton Keynes to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
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Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington8:004h36Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£651One-way2 changes- G14938+C17911+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington6:305h10Milton Keynes Central (MKC)11:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£831One-way2 changes
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W341447:053h20Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:25Cardiff Central (CDF)£1241One-way1 change- G01098+C013697:523h33Milton Keynes Central (MKC)11:25Cardiff Central (CDF)£1241One-way1 change
- W34680 · G15007+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+W702638:004h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:49Cardiff Central (CDF)£1781One-way3 changes
- G01095+W341447:053h20Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:25Cardiff Central (CDF)£1241One-way1 change
- G01098+C013697:523h33Milton Keynes Central (MKC)11:25Cardiff Central (CDF)£1241One-way1 change
- W34618+W70263+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington8:004h36Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£651One-way2 changes
- W34680 · G15007+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+W702638:004h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:49Cardiff Central (CDF)£1781One-way3 changes
- G14938+C17911+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington6:305h10Milton Keynes Central (MKC)11:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£831One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Milton Keynes to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Cardiff 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 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 178 km
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£92 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milton Keynes to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G14938+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+C17911 | 6:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 5h10 | 11:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G01095+W34144 | 7:05 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h20 | 10:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G01098+C01369 | 7:52 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h33 | 11:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W34680 · G15007+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+W70263 | 8:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 4h49 | 12:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 changes | |
| W34618+W70263+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington | 8:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 4h36 | 12:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Cardiff
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 3:30 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Milton Keynes to Cardiff trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Cardiff 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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FAQs: Milton Keynes to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and Cardiff
Most Milton Keynes to Cardiff trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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