Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent

Showing times and prices for 17 Nov

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

87 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Lincoln 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 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.

East Midlands Trains
09:351h45
Lincoln
11:20Burton-on-Trent
£271One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent train times

The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:41
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east_midlands_railway09:32 Lincoln
2h18
11:50 Burton-on-Trent0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent

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Trains from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 43m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
87 km
Average train duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 43m
First train
06:14
Last train
21:21
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Lincoln and Burton-on-Trent from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
£12
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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.

FAQs
A two to three-day visit to Burton-on-Trent is ideal to explore its breweries, enjoy local attractions like the National Brewery Centre, and take leisurely strolls along the Trent and Mersey Canal.
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent is by train, costing approximately £12.
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train distance from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent is 87 km.
Booking trains from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent departs at 21:21.
There is no night train service from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent.
To travel from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent, you can take a train.
The train journey from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent covers a distance of 87 km and takes approximately 1h 43m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Lincoln that goes to Burton-on-Trent is Lincoln Central (LCN), and it arrives at Burton-on-Trent station (BUT).
The first train from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent leaves at 6:14.
Trains from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Burton-on-Trent

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Burton-on-Trent
The major train station for departures in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your trip from Lincoln to Burton-on-Trent.
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.

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