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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent
Showing times and prices for 02 Dec
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
243 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton 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 Brighton to Burton-on-Trent will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton for Burton-on-Trent every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 24 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.
04:443h56
Brighton08:40Burton-on-Trent
£831One-way
0 changes
04:564h24
Brighton09:20Burton-on-Trent
£1181One-way
0 changes
04:443h56
Brighton08:40Burton-on-Trent
£831One-way
0 changes
04:564h24
Brighton09:20Burton-on-Trent
£1181One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Brighton to Burton-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Burton-on-Trent trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 13:41
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:44 Brighton | 3h56 | 08:40 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:56 Brighton | 4h24 | 09:20 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 35m.
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 243 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 19:37 |
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: East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent trainsEast Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Burton-on-Trent from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£60
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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
3h 54m
Cheapest Price
£76
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 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
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
£129
Thameslink frequency
1 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: Brighton to Burton-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.
A two to three-day visit to Burton-on-Trent is ideal to explore its breweries, enjoy local attractions like the National Brewery Centre, and take leisurely strolls along the Trent and Mersey Canal.
A day trip from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent is not feasible, as the journey takes 3h 35m each way. The distance is 243 km, and there are 5 trains per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £60, while the average price tends to be around £88.
The train journey from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent offers a mix of urban and countryside views. Travellers can enjoy scenic glimpses of the South Downs and rolling landscapes as they travel through Sussex and the Midlands, though some sections are more urban or industrial.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent is by train, costing approximately £60.
The train distance from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent is 243 km.
Booking trains from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent departs at 19:37.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent.
The train journey from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent covers a distance of 243 km and takes approximately 3h 35m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Burton-on-Trent is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Burton-on-Trent station (BUT).
To travel from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent, you can take a train.
The first train from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent leaves at 6:09.
Trains from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Burton-on-Trent
Brighton
Burton-on-Trent
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Burton-on-Trent.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Brighton
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
The major train station for arrivals in Burton-on-Trent is Burton-on-Trent. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burton-on-Trent for your journey to Burton-on-Trent from Brighton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on the platform under the bridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Burton-on-Trent
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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