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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£104
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burton-on-Trent for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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.
7:504h28Burton-on-Trent12:18Edinburgh£1041One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 364 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£62 Average Price | £33 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 44m Average total duration 12h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 6:30 Burton-on-Trent | 4h38 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:32 Burton-on-Trent | 4h38 | 13:10 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 9:40 Burton-on-Trent | 4h47 | 14:27 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh
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Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 364 km distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 364 km |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 19:31 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Burton-on-Trent and Edinburgh from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burton-on-Trent and Edinburgh
Most Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh trains use the Burton-on-Trent to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Burton-on-Trent and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Burton-on-Trent station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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