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Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent, starting from BHD 8.720 and averaging BHD 8.720. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 30 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
11:45 2 hours 34 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	14:19 Burton-On-Trent	Find Tickets
11:50 2 hours 51 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	14:41 Burton-On-Trent	Find Tickets
12:45 2 hours 32 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	15:17 Burton-On-Trent	Find Tickets
12:50 2 hours 34 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	15:24 Burton-On-Trent	Find Tickets
13:45 2 hours 32 minutes, Direct Cardiff Central	16:17 Burton-On-Trent	Find Tickets
13:50 2 hours 53 minutes, Changes required Cardiff Central	16:43 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent Train Route Details

First train

05:54

Last train

21:45

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Burton-On-Trent

Journey time

2 hours 30 minutes

Distance

182 km

Price

BHD 8.720*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. 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 Cardiff to Burton-On-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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent train ticket types

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

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Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent Train prices and times

Cardiff to Burton-On-Trent Train Route Details