The cheapest and fastest trains from Burnley to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burnley to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley to Scarborough will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burnley for Scarborough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.
9:232h36Burnley11:59Scarborough£451One-way0 changes
9:232h36Burnley11:59Scarborough£451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Burnley to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burnley to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 131 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£45 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Burnley to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Scarborough trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:23 Burnley | 2h36 | 12:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Burnley to Scarborough by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burnley to Scarborough
Trains from Burnley to Scarborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 20:54 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Burnley to Scarborough trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Burnley and Scarborough from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Burnley to Scarborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley to Scarborough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Scarborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Scarborough
Most Burnley to Scarborough trains use the Burnley Manchester Road to Scarborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Burnley and Scarborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Burnley station do trains to Scarborough 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 Rose Grove from Burnley city centre
Rose Grove is 3 km from Burnley city centre. Public transport options include:
Rose Grove train station facilities and services
Rose Grove has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rose Grove: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rose Grove: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C station, Access to platform is down 34 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Burnley Barracks from Burnley city centre
Burnley Barracks is 1 km from Burnley city centre. Public transport options include:
Burnley Barracks train station facilities and services
Burnley Barracks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burnley Barracks.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burnley Barracks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Burnley Barracks: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burnley Barracks: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station,Step free access from Junction Street down 50 metre ramp with handrail, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Scarborough station do trains from Burnley arrive at?
Getting to Scarborough from Scarborough city centre
Scarborough train station facilities and services
Scarborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Scarborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Scarborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scarborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scarborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Scarborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scarborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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