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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Burnley to Leigh
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £21
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £21
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 20 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burnley to Leigh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley to Leigh will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Burnley to Leigh, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
18:39 1h20 Burnley 19:59 Leigh £21 1 One-way 0 changes
18:39 1h20 Burnley 19:59 Leigh £21 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Burnley to Leigh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Burnley to Leigh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:31, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 7:31 |
Last train 22:07 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Frequently asked questions about your Burnley to Leigh trip
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FAQs: Burnley to Leigh train
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Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Leigh
Most Burnley to Leigh trains use the Burnley Manchester Road to station pair. Use this guide to compare Burnley and Leigh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Burnley station do trains to Leigh leave from?
Getting to Burnley Manchester Road from Burnley city centre
Burnley Manchester Road is 1 km from Burnley city centre. Public transport options include:
Burnley Manchester Road train station facilities and services
Burnley Manchester Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burnley Manchester Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burnley Manchester Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burnley Manchester Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Burnley Manchester Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burnley Manchester Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via the ramps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Burnley Central from Burnley city centre
Burnley Central train station facilities and services
Burnley Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burnley Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burnley Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burnley Central: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burnley Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burnley Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from car park up 20 metre ramp or up 4 steps. 25 mm brick lip at base of ramp. Access from Railway Street up 18 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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