The cheapest and fastest trains from Burnley to Southampton
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burnley to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley to Southampton will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burnley for Southampton 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 327 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 10 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Burnley to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Burnley to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £98.
Distance: 327 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£102 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 37m Average total duration Fastest 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Burnley to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Southampton trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:39 Burnley | 6h10 | 13:49 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burnley to Southampton
Trains from Burnley to Southampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £98 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 19:06. The fastest train covers the 327 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £98 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 0m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 19:06 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Burnley to Southampton trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Burnley and Southampton from £52. 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 Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Southampton
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 13:30 Saturday,Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Curzon St adjacent to Railway Bridge
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:45 - 21:45 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: ACCESSIBLE TOILET AVAILABLE DURING TICKET OFFICE HOURS
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Entrance to Station Car Park on Halstead St
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Accrington Road (A679) near to traffic lights
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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