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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €7
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €10
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 26 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 28 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 5
- Distance
- 40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 trains from Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 30 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.
8:03 AM 0h28 Birmingham 8:31 AM Burton-on-Trent €7 1 One-way 0 transfers6:03 AM 0h26 Birmingham 6:29 AM Burton-on-Trent €9 1 One-way 0 transfers6:49 AM 0h29 Birmingham 7:18 AM Burton-on-Trent €9 1 One-way 0 transfers5:49 AM 0h28 Birmingham 6:17 AM Burton-on-Trent €11 1 One-way 0 transfers8:09 AM 0h30 Birmingham 8:39 AM Burton-on-Trent €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:03 AM 0h26 Birmingham 6:29 AM Burton-on-Trent €9 1 One-way 0 transfers8:03 AM 0h28 Birmingham 8:31 AM Burton-on-Trent €7 1 One-way 0 transfers5:49 AM 0h28 Birmingham 6:17 AM Burton-on-Trent €11 1 One-way 0 transfers6:49 AM 0h29 Birmingham 7:18 AM Burton-on-Trent €9 1 One-way 0 transfers8:09 AM 0h30 Birmingham 8:39 AM Burton-on-Trent €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent run on average 9 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 21m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G66991 | 9:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h25 | 9:28 AM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01063 | 10:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h25 | 10:28 AM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01066 | 11:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h25 | 11:28 AM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66480 | 11:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h28 | 12:17 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00943 | 12:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h28 | 1:17 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01071 | On time 1:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h21 | 1:24 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00898 | On time 1:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h28 | 2:17 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00948 | 2:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h30 | 3:19 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01077 | 3:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h21 | 3:24 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66783 | On time 3:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h28 | 4:17 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Burton-On-Trent
CrossCountry Trains provide direct trains from Birmingham to Burton-On-Trent. The daily schedule begins with a first departure just after 6:00 a.m. There are trains roughly every half hour throughout the day until the evening when the service becomes hourly. The final departure from Birmingham is around 11:00 p.m. Journey times are just under 30 minutes. Sunday services are less frequent, with the first departure around 9:00 a.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Birmingham to Burton-On-Trent?
Departure Station: Birmingham New Street New Street station is located in Birmingham's city centre, close to the main shopping streets. Nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street provide connections across the city and region. The station taxi rank is situated on Navigation Street, close to the Victoria Square exit.
Arrival Station: Burton-On-Trent Burton-On-Trent station is situated on the western side of the town, about ten minutes on foot from the centre. Local buses stop outside the station on Borough Road. Taxis are available from the rank located by the main entrance.
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent 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 Burton-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent
Most Birmingham to Burton-on-Trent trains use the Birmingham New Street to Burton-on-Trent station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Burton-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Duddeston from Birmingham city centre
Duddeston is 2 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Duddeston train station facilities and services
Duddeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Duddeston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duddeston. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duddeston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Duddeston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duddeston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Which Burton-on-Trent station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Burton-on-Trent from Burton-on-Trent city centre
Burton-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Burton-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burton-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burton-on-Trent.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burton-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Burton-on-Trent: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burton-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B This station has step free access to both platforms. There is a lift from the main station building onto the platforms then a short ramp with moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on Useful Information Poster, 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: No.
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