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Elephant & Castle to Burton upon Trent train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Elephant & Castle to Burton upon Trent, starting from £17.50 and averaging £19.60. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 18m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:04 Elephant & Castle	07:17 Burton-On-Trent	7h 13m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
00:04 Elephant & Castle	07:37 Burton-On-Trent	7h 33m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:14 Elephant & Castle	07:51 Burton-On-Trent	2h 37m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:40 Elephant & Castle	09:21 Burton-On-Trent	3h 41m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:43 Elephant & Castle	08:31 Burton-On-Trent	2h 48m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:44 Elephant & Castle	08:31 Paris	2h 47m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Elephant & Castle to Burton upon Trent train route details

First train

00:04

Last train

23:21

Departure station

Elephant & Castle

Arrival station

Burton upon Trent

Journey time

2h 18m

Distance

112 miles

Price

£17.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Elephant & Castle to Burton upon Trent

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Elephant & Castle to Burton upon Trent can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Elephant & Castle to Burton upon Trent, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Elephant & Castle to Burton upon Trent more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Elephant & Castle to Burton upon Trent train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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