The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£207
Fastest journey
7 h 19 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
483 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent will cost around £207 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.
Of the 3 trains that leave Aberdeen for Burton-on-Trent every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 483 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £152. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £152, and a train costs an average of £117.
Distance: 483 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£202 Average Price | £173 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:57 Aberdeen | 7h22 | 12:19 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:20 Aberdeen | 7h19 | 14:39 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:52 Aberdeen | 7h48 | 16:40 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent
Trains from Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £117 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 16:20. The fastest train covers the 483 km distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 483 km |
Average train duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £117 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 06:20 |
Last train 16:20 |
Train companies: LNER, Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent trainsLNER, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Burton-on-Trent from £117. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Burton-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen 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
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Burton-on-Trent
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday 10:00 - 18:30 Festive Period Changes: Saturday 1st January 2021 07:00-19:30
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on the platform under the bridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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