The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent
Cheapest price
$122
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
Of the 9 trains that leave Leeds for Burton-on-Trent on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
2:15 PM1h24Leeds3:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
4:15 PM1h24Leeds5:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
6:15 PM1h24Leeds7:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
8:15 PM1h24Leeds9:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
9:15 PM1h24Leeds10:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
2:15 PM1h24Leeds3:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
4:15 PM1h24Leeds5:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
6:15 PM1h24Leeds7:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
8:15 PM1h24Leeds9:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
9:15 PM1h24Leeds10:39 PMBurton-on-Trent$1221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Burton-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent:
A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Burton-on-Trent take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 3m.
The journey is about 4m faster (1h 36m by train vs 1h 40m by car) and roughly $2 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($29 (€24) vs $31 (€25)). 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.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leeds to Burton-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Burton-on-Trent trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:15 PM Leeds | 1h35 | 2:50 PM Burton-on-Trent | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Leeds | 1h24 | 3:39 PM Burton-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Leeds to Burton-on-Trent trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent
Trains from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Cross Country from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds and Burton-on-Trent from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Burton-on-Trent
Most Leeds to Burton-on-Trent trains use the Leeds to Burton-on-Trent station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Burton-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Burton-on-Trent station do trains from Leeds arrive at?
Getting to Burton-on-Trent from Burton-on-Trent city centre
Burton-on-Trent 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
Food and drink options are available at Burton-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burton-on-Trent.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burton-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Burton-on-Trent: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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