What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Milton Keynes?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Milton Keynes is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Milton Keynes?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Milton Keynes is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £40 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Milton Keynes?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Milton Keynes. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at The Point via Birmingham Coach Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Milton Keynes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Milton Keynes Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Chester to Milton Keynes?

The distance between Chester and Milton Keynes is 129 miles. The road distance is 142.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Milton Keynes without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Milton Keynes without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £40 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Milton Keynes?

The train from Chester to Milton Keynes Central takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Chester to Milton Keynes bus from?

Chester to Milton Keynes bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Milton Keynes train from?

Chester to Milton Keynes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Milton Keynes?

The best way to get from Chester to Milton Keynes is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Chester to Milton Keynes bus arrive?

Chester to Milton Keynes bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chester to Milton Keynes train arrive?

Chester to Milton Keynes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Chester to Milton Keynes?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Milton Keynes is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Chester to Milton Keynes.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Milton Keynes?

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Milton Keynes by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
1h 35m
£40–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
4h 16m
£22–39
Drive 141.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Milton Keynescar 141.9 mi
2h 31m
£36–51
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Chester to Crewetrain Wrexham General - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston / ...
1h 42m
£25–96
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham Internationaltrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 38m
£48–95

Chester to Milton Keynes by train

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Distance: 128.4 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Milton Keynes, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Chester to Milton Keynes Central once daily. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to The Point via Birmingham Coach Station and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 4h 16m.

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