The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby 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 Rugby to Milton Keynes will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rugby for Milton Keynes every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.
7:560h20Rugby8:16Milton Keynes£211One-way0 changes
6:560h49Rugby7:45Milton Keynes£211One-way0 changes
7:560h20Rugby8:16Milton Keynes£211One-way0 changes
6:560h49Rugby7:45Milton Keynes£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rugby to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 50 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£20 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rugby to Milton Keynes train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Milton Keynes trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:56 Rugby | 0h49 | 7:45 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:56 Rugby | 0h20 | 8:16 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Rugby to Milton Keynes.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Milton Keynes
Trains from Rugby to Milton Keynes run on average 7 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 20m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Rugby to Milton Keynes trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Rugby and Milton Keynes from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rugby to Milton Keynes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby 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 Rugby and Milton Keynes
Most Rugby to Milton Keynes trains use the Rugby to Milton Keynes Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Milton Keynes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rugby station do trains to Milton Keynes leave from?
Getting to Rugby from Rugby city centre
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
Rugby train station facilities and services
Rugby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rugby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rugby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rugby: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rugby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Steep ramp from entrance to platforms, staff are available to help, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains from Rugby 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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