The cheapest and fastest trains from Burton-on-Trent to Runcorn
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Runcorn 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 Runcorn will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burton-on-Trent for Runcorn 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 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.


Live departures
Burton-on-Trent to Runcorn train times
The table below shows live departures for Burton-on-Trent to Runcorn trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:52 Burton-on-Trent | 1h30 | 08:22 Runcorn | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:38 Burton-on-Trent | 1h44 | 09:22 Runcorn | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burton-on-Trent to Runcorn
Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Runcorn run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 22:21 |
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FAQs: Burton-on-Trent to Runcorn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burton-on-Trent to Runcorn 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 Runcorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Burton-on-Trent and Runcorn
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 06:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 (Platform 2)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent to Car Park 1 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the turning circle adjacent to the station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 12:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Chester) via a ramp with handrails and a steep gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Manchester) via a ramp with handrails and a steep gradient. Access between both platforms is via a footbridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Located outside the ticket office on the wall
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are From the ticket office walk up the steps apx 50m to main road. or Take footbridge by station entrance, walk apx 75m.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The bus stops on Barnfield Avenue nearest to the station car park. Towards Manchester, wait at the bus stop on the same side of the road as the car park. Towards Chester, wait at the bus stop on the opposite side of the road as the car park.
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