What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Burton upon Trent?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Burton upon Trent is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Burton upon Trent?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Burton upon Trent is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Burton upon Trent?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Burton upon Trent. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Burton-on-Trent via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Manchester to Burton upon Trent?

The distance between Manchester and Burton upon Trent is 90 miles. The road distance is 64 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Burton upon Trent without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Burton upon Trent without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Burton upon Trent?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Manchester to Burton upon Trent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Burton upon Trent train from?

Manchester to Burton upon Trent train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Burton upon Trent train arrive?

Manchester to Burton upon Trent train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Burton upon Trent?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Burton upon Trent is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Manchester to Burton upon Trent.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Burton upon Trent?

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Where can I stay near Burton upon Trent?

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Manchester to Burton upon Trent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Burton upon Trent by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Burton-on-Trenttrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2h 27m
£32–62
Drive 63.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Burton upon Trentcar 63.6 mi
1h 39m
£16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Burton-on-Trenttrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 25m
£28–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Alfretontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Corporation Streetbus 9.1 / ...
3h 26m
£38–54

Manchester to Burton upon Trent by train

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Distance: 89.3 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Burton-on-Trent via Sheffield in around 2h 27m.

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