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The British Museum
World-famous museum with major collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia. A top choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burton-on-Trent to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burton-on-Trent to London will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
It's difficult to get from Burton-on-Trent to London without transferring at least once.
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W34234Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burton-on-Trent to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$63 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Burton-on-Trent to London:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burton-on-Trent to London costing on average $63 (€51).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
The journey is about 1h 47m faster (1h 43m by train vs 3h 30m by car) and roughly $37 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 (€51) vs $100 (€82)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Burton-on-Trent to London trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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C17879+ G01090 | Delayed 10:56 AM 10:32 AMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h53 | 1:25 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C18021+ G01093 | Delayed 11:56 AM 11:51 AMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h34 | 2:25 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C18024+ G01096 | Delayed 12:56 PM 12:51 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h34 | 3:25 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33164+ G01096 | Delayed 12:22 PM 12:51 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 1h40 | 2:31 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C18019+ G01099 | Delayed 1:56 PM 1:51 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h34 | 4:25 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33050+ G01104 | Delayed 2:22 PM 2:51 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 1h40 | 4:31 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C18023+ G01104 | Delayed 2:56 PM 2:51 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h34 | 5:25 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C17889+ G01105 | Delayed 3:56 PM 3:48 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h37 | 6:25 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G01105+ W33077 | On time 3:48 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 1h43 | 5:31 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G01110+ C01290 | On time 4:51 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 1h42 | 6:33 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C17871+ G01110 | Delayed 4:56 PM 4:51 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h34 | 7:25 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C17779+ G01111 | Delayed 5:56 PM 5:51 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h34 | 8:25 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33078+ G01111 | Delayed 5:22 PM 5:51 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 1h40 | 7:31 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G01116+ W00571 | On time 6:51 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 1h43 | 8:34 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C17836+ G01116 | Delayed 6:56 PM 6:51 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 3h04 | 9:55 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G66581+ C17753 | On time 7:51 PM Burton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 3h25 | 11:16 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C17834 · W70580+ W29918 | Delayed 8:55 PM 9:41 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h43 | 12:24 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
W33234+ W29918 | Delayed 9:07 PM 9:41 PMBurton-on-Trent station (BUT) | 2h14 | 11:55 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Burton-on-Trent to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burton-on-Trent to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Burton-on-Trent to London trains use the Burton-on-Trent to London Euston station pair, with some services arriving at London St Pancras International. Use this guide to compare Burton-on-Trent and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Burton-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burton-on-Trent.
Ticket office support is available at Burton-on-Trent.
Available at Burton-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Available at Burton-on-Trent: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burton-on-Trent: 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.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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