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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans to Milton Keynes
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
44 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans 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 St Albans to Milton Keynes will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave St Albans for Milton Keynes every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
16:361h10
St Albans17:46Milton Keynes
£311One-way
0 changes
19:080h43
St Albans19:51Milton Keynes
£321One-way
0 changes
05:090h42
St Albans05:51Milton Keynes
£331One-way
0 changes
05:530h57
St Albans06:50Milton Keynes
£331One-way
0 changes
05:090h42
St Albans05:51Milton Keynes
£331One-way
0 changes
19:080h43
St Albans19:51Milton Keynes
£321One-way
0 changes
05:530h57
St Albans06:50Milton Keynes
£331One-way
0 changes
16:361h10
St Albans17:46Milton Keynes
£311One-way
0 changes
Live departures
St Albans to Milton Keynes train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 04:05
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y36649+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W09531 | On time 06:39 St Albans City (SAC) | 1h33 | 08:12 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| Y36177+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W09626 | On time 06:45 St Albans City (SAC) | 1h38 | 08:23 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| L33961+P00490 | On time 06:53 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h57 | 07:50 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 change | |
| Y36993+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+L33532 | On time 06:57 St Albans City (SAC) | 1h40 | 08:37 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| Y36651+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W10352 | On time 07:10 St Albans City (SAC) | 1h41 | 08:51 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2 changes | |
| L33967 · L34494 | On time 07:37 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 1h08 | 08:45 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans to Milton Keynes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from St Albans to Milton Keynes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:08 |
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
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Thameslink from St Albans to Milton Keynes trainsWest Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between St Albans and Milton Keynes from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£31
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 37m
Cheapest Price
£46
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: St Albans to Milton Keynes train
FAQs: Travel by train from St Albans to Milton Keynes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St Albans to Milton Keynes.
The train distance from St Albans to Milton Keynes is 44 km.
Booking trains from St Albans to Milton Keynes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from St Albans to Milton Keynes covers a distance of 44 km and takes approximately 42m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from St Albans to Milton Keynes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The cheapest way to get from St Albans to Milton Keynes is by train, costing approximately £31.
The train station in St Albans that goes to Milton Keynes is St Albans City (SAC), and it arrives at Milton Keynes Central (MKC).
The first train from St Albans to Milton Keynes leaves at 0:01.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans to Milton Keynes.
Yes, you can take the train from St Albans to Milton Keynes.
The last train from St Albans to Milton Keynes departs at 23:08.
To travel from St Albans to Milton Keynes, you can take a train.
Trains from St Albans to Milton Keynes run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Albans to Milton Keynes.
There is no night train service from St Albans to Milton Keynes.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and Milton Keynes
St Albans
Milton Keynes
The major train station for departures in St Albans is St Albans City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Albans City for your trip from St Albans to Milton Keynes.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: station platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for St Albans Abbey
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Watford - Public Service bus stop A/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill near to the station entrance car park. Towards St Albans - Public Service bus stop B/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill.
The major train station for arrivals in Milton Keynes is Milton Keynes Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milton Keynes Central for your journey to Milton Keynes from St Albans.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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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