Exeter to Burton-on-Trent by train

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Overview: trains from Exeter to Burton-on-Trent

Find the key information for travelling by train from Exeter to Burton-on-Trent, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:23 View journey
Last train 19:27 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 57m View journey
Distance (km) 266
Trains / day 19 View all
Cheapest journey £126.24 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 19m
Train operators 1

Going from Exeter to Burton-on-Trent by train

About to set off from Exeter to Burton-on-Trent by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Exeter and Burton-on-Trent

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: £126.24

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Exeter to Burton-on-Trent departure frequency and train timetable

With 19 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 43 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:24 and the last one is at 18:26. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:23, with the last one at 19:27.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Exeter to Burton-on-Trent?

On this route spanning 266 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 57 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Exeter and Burton-on-Trent?

You can secure tickets for travel between Exeter and Burton-on-Trent up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your trip to Burton-on-Trent

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Burton-on-Trent.

FAQs about the train journey from Exeter to Burton-on-Trent

Want to know more about your journey from Exeter to Burton-on-Trent? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Exeter and Burton-on-Trent is 266 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.