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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£245
Average price
£263
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth 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 Plymouth will cost around £263 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £245.
Of the 5 trains that leave Burton-on-Trent for Plymouth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 321 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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 coach for Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 321 km
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4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 55m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth trains for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 06:21 Burton-on-Trent | 4h26 | 10:47 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:38 Burton-on-Trent | 4h10 | 11:48 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:38 Burton-on-Trent | 4h10 | 12:48 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:41 Burton-on-Trent | 4h06 | 13:47 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:41 Burton-on-Trent | 4h06 | 17:47 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth
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Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 19:42 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Burton-on-Trent and Plymouth from £39. 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 Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burton-on-Trent to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Burton-on-Trent and Plymouth
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- 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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Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. 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 public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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