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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Burton-on-Trent
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
128 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston 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 Preston to Burton-on-Trent will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston for Burton-on-Trent every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 49 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.
09:182h02
Preston11:20Burton-on-Trent
£681One-way
0 changes
04:513h49
Preston08:40Burton-on-Trent
£921One-way
0 changes
09:182h02
Preston11:20Burton-on-Trent
£681One-way
0 changes
04:513h49
Preston08:40Burton-on-Trent
£921One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Burton-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Burton-on-Trent run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.
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 128 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 21:41 |
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: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Burton-on-Trent trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Burton-on-Trent from £68. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
£132
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Preston to Burton-on-Trent train
FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Burton-on-Trent easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to Burton-on-Trent.
The train distance from Preston to Burton-on-Trent is 128 km.
The train journey from Preston to Burton-on-Trent covers a distance of 128 km and takes approximately 2h 2m. Trains run 3 per day.
Booking trains from Preston 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 cost of a train ticket from Preston to Burton-on-Trent can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £68, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The first train from Preston to Burton-on-Trent leaves at 5:51.
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Burton-on-Trent is by train, costing approximately £68.
The last train from Preston to Burton-on-Trent departs at 21:41.
Trains from Preston to Burton-on-Trent run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Preston to Burton-on-Trent.
The train station in Preston that goes to Burton-on-Trent is Preston station (PRE), and it arrives at Burton-on-Trent station (BUT).
There is no night train service from Preston to Burton-on-Trent.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston to Burton-on-Trent.
Yes, you can take the train from Preston to Burton-on-Trent.
To travel from Preston to Burton-on-Trent, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Burton-on-Trent
Preston
Burton-on-Trent
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Burton-on-Trent.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transport options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
The major train station for arrivals in Burton-on-Trent is Burton-on-Trent. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burton-on-Trent for your journey to Burton-on-Trent from Preston.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on the platform under the bridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Burton-on-Trent
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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