Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$14

Average price

$24

Fastest journey

39 m

Average duration

43 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

37 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Nottingham for Burton-on-Trent on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 47 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.

CrossCountry
08:41AM0h39
Nottingham
09:20AMBurton-on-Trent
$141One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
08:36PM0h44
Nottingham
09:20PMBurton-on-Trent
$151One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
04:41PM0h42
Nottingham
05:23PMBurton-on-Trent
$301One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
06:04AM0h47
Nottingham
06:51AMBurton-on-Trent
$301One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
06:16AM0h44
Nottingham
07:00AMBurton-on-Trent
$311One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham 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 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 22 miles (37 km)

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€16

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€10

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1h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

39m

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Live departures

Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 5:36 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
cross_country8:41 AM Nottingham
0h39
9:20 AM Burton-on-Trent0 transfersDirect
cross_country3:41 PM Nottingham
0h42
4:23 PM Burton-on-Trent0 transfersDirect
cross_country8:36 PM Nottingham
0h44
9:20 PM Burton-on-Trent0 transfersDirect
Friday, November 7
east_midlands_railway4:53 AM Nottingham
0h55
5:48 AM Burton-on-Trent0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent

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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
22 miles (37 km)
Average train duration
39m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€7)
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
35m
First train
05:42
Last train
23:40

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent start from as low as $8 (€7) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $20 (€16) depending on the train type and class.
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: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Nottingham and Burton-on-Trent from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€7)
CrossCountry frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
44m
Cheapest Price
$24 (€19)
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
$54 (€44)
east_midlands_trains frequency
4 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
$39 (€32)
Cross Country frequency
18 a day

FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

FAQs
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Burton-on-Trent allows visitors to explore its notable breweries, enjoy the National Brewery Centre, and visit nearby attractions such as the Trent and Mersey Canal.
Train ticket prices from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $8 (€7), while the average price is around $20 (€16).
The distance by train from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent is 22 miles (37 km).
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent is by train, with a cost of around $8 (€7).
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Burton-on-Trent is Nottingham station (NOT), which connects to Burton-on-Trent station (BUT).
The first train from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent leaves at 5:42 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent.
Yes, a day trip from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent is feasible. The journey takes 35m with a distance of 22 miles (37 km). Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
The train journey from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent offers views of the picturesque English countryside, passing through charming villages and rolling hills, providing a pleasant and scenic experience.
The train from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent takes 35m and runs 7 per day.
The last train from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent

Nottingham
Burton-on-Trent
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Burton-on-Trent.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
  • 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: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Nottingham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

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