The cheapest and fastest trains from Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chesterfield for Burton-on-Trent 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 51 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 37 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 Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 51 km
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£13 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:08 Chesterfield | 0h42 | 13:50 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
![]() | 04:43 Chesterfield | 0h37 | 05:20 Burton-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent
Trains from Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 29m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Chesterfield and Burton-on-Trent from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chesterfield to Burton-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chesterfield 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chesterfield and Burton-on-Trent
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:30 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access. There is a subway and lift to platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms, also at the foot and top of each stairwell.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station front, platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the front of the station
- 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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