The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rugby station (RUG) for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) every day 5 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 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 48 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
Rugby station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:56 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h20 | 07:16 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:16 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h48 | 09:04 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:46 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h48 | 10:34 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:27 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h21 | 15:48 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
![]() | 05:56 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h49 | 06:45 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Trains from Rugby station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 19m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 21:25 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Rugby station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Rugby station (RUG) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC) from £10. 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 station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby station (RUG) to Milton Keynes Central (MKC) 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 Central (MKC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Rugby station (RUG) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 - Mill Road (Multi-Story)
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 5 and at the front of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 64 cycle spaces on Platform 2, 64 cycle spaces on Platform 4, a further 12 stands on the North end of Platform 2/4 and 16 cycle spaces outside Car Park 3 (Mutli-Story) a total of 156 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station,out towards the right hand side near to the short stay car park by the bus garage.
- 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
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