Travelling by train from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent

Ready to travel from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost for travel between Bristol and Burton-on-Trent

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £41.79, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Bristol to Burton-on-Trent departure timetable

On this route, 21 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Bristol at 05:45 and the last leaving at 19:44 during the week.

For weekend travel to Burton-on-Trent, the earliest departure is at 06:15 and the last one is at 20:40. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 50 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 40 minutes, spanning 156 kilometres in total.

When are tickets between Bristol and Burton-on-Trent available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Bristol and Burton-on-Trent can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Burton-on-Trent.

Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Bristol and Burton-on-Trent by train?

The total journey from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent is 156 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent?

The lowest price on this route is £41.79. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Bristol to Burton-on-Trent?

The fastest journey by train is 1 hour and 40 minutes.