The average train between Runcorn and Burton upon Trent takes 1h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Runcorn 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Runcorn and Burton upon Trent. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 6:28 PM which arrives into Burton upon Trent at 7:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Burton upon Trent. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Burton upon Trent station via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.
Runcorn to Burton upon Trent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Burton upon Trent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Tamworth station.
Book your Runcorn to Burton upon Trent train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Runcorn and Burton upon Trent is 93.9 km. The road distance is 134 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Runcorn to Tamworth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 51 min.