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It takes an average of 3h 45m to travel from Manchester Airport to Burton-on-Trent by train, over a distance of around 47 miles (75 km). There are normally 57 trains per day travelling from Manchester Airport to Burton-on-Trent and tickets for this journey start from £24.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:31 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Airport | |
| Arrival station | Burton-on-Trent | |
| Journey time | From 2h 12m | |
| Distance | 47 miles (75 km) | |
| Frequency | 57 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £24.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Manchester Airport to Burton-on-Trent by train
Looking to travel from Manchester Airport to Burton-on-Trent by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 45 minutes to travel from Manchester Airport to Burton-on-Trent by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 12 minutes though. You'll usually find 57 trains per day running along the 47 miles (75 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Burton-on-Trent, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to get to Burton-on-Trent. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Manchester Airport to Burton-on-Trent in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £24.50.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Burton-on-Trent?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.