First train | 06:27 | |
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Last train | 00:02 | |
Departure station | West Calder | |
Arrival station | Burton-on-Trent | |
Journey time | From 5h 7m | |
Distance | 224 miles (361 km) | |
Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
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The train from West Calder to Burton-on-Trent usually takes 6 hours 50 minutes on average to travel 224 miles (361 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 7 minutes. You can expect to find 8 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Burton-on-Trent, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from West Calder to Burton-on-Trent if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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