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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Burton upon Trent takes 1h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Burton upon Trent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 52m
Duration
81 mi
Distance
£34
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chester to Burton upon Trent train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Burton upon Trent. The earliest departure is at 4:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Burton upon Trent at 11:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 1h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross Country1h 44m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 46m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 45m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 49m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 49m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 31m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 37m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 48m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 11m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 44m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Burton upon Trent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Chester to Burton upon Trent.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 81.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Burton upon Trent, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Burton-on-Trent via Crewe and Tamworth High Level in around 2h 11m.

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