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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£131
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol 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 Bristol to Burton-on-Trent will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £131.
Of the 19 trains that leave Bristol for Burton-on-Trent every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
7:002h16Bristol9:16Burton-on-Trent£1311One-way1 change- 8:012h16Bristol10:17Burton-on-Trent£1311One-way1 change
- 8:332h03Bristol10:36Burton-on-Trent£1311One-way1 change
- 9:012h15Bristol11:16Burton-on-Trent£1311One-way1 change
- 10:002h16Bristol12:16Burton-on-Trent£1311One-way1 change
- 7:331h51Bristol9:24Burton-on-Trent£1341One-way0 changes
- 9:331h51Bristol11:24Burton-on-Trent£1341One-way0 changes
- 11:331h51Bristol13:24Burton-on-Trent£1341One-way0 changes
- 13:331h51Bristol15:24Burton-on-Trent£1341One-way0 changes
- 15:331h51Bristol17:24Burton-on-Trent£1341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Burton-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 164 km
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£33 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Burton-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Burton-on-Trent trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:33 Bristol | 2h09 | 16:42 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 15:00 Bristol | 2h18 | 17:18 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 15:33 Bristol | 1h51 | 17:24 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:00 Bristol | 2h17 | 18:17 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 16:33 Bristol | 2h06 | 18:39 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 17:00 Bristol | 2h20 | 19:20 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 17:33 Bristol | 1h56 | 19:29 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Bristol | 2h19 | 20:19 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 18:55 Bristol | 2h24 | 21:19 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 19:33 Bristol | 2h03 | 21:36 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:33 Bristol | 3h06 | 23:39 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 22:18 Bristol | 8h11 | 6:29 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| 6:35 Bristol | 1h56 | 8:31 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:00 Bristol | 2h16 | 9:16 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 7:33 Bristol | 1h51 | 9:24 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:01 Bristol | 2h16 | 10:17 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 8:33 Bristol | 2h03 | 10:36 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 9:01 Bristol | 2h15 | 11:16 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 9:33 Bristol | 1h51 | 11:24 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Bristol | 2h16 | 12:16 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 10:33 Bristol | 1h56 | 12:29 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 11:00 Bristol | 2h16 | 13:16 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 11:33 Bristol | 1h51 | 13:24 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:01 Bristol | 2h18 | 14:19 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 12:33 Bristol | 2h07 | 14:40 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 13:00 Bristol | 2h17 | 15:17 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 13:33 Bristol | 1h51 | 15:24 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:00 Bristol | 2h16 | 16:16 Burton-on-Trent | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent
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Trains from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol and Burton-on-Trent from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Burton-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol and Burton-on-Trent
Most Bristol to Burton-on-Trent trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Burton-on-Trent station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Burton-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Burton-on-Trent station do trains from Bristol 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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