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Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent by train

First train

09:56

Last train

21:26

Departure station

Harold Wood

Arrival station

Burton-on-Trent

Journey time

From 2h 53m

Distance

115 miles (186 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Travelling from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent by train

Looking to travel from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 4 hours 32 minutes to travel from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 53 minutes though. You'll usually find 5 trains per day running along the 115 miles (186 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Burton-on-Trent, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry to get to Burton-on-Trent. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent take?

The average journey time by train between Harold Wood and Burton-on-Trent is 4 hours and 32 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Harold Wood and Burton-on-Trent by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent is 2 hours and 53 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent?

No, there are no direct train services from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent. Travelling from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent leave?

The first train from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent leaves at 09:56. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent leave?

The last train from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent leaves at 21:26. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Harold Wood and Burton-on-Trent by train?

Trains travelling from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent cover a distance of around 115 miles (186 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Harold Wood to Burton-on-Trent

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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