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Compare train, flight and coach for Edinburgh to Burnley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a flight costs an average of £254.
Distance: 247 km
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Edinburgh to Burnley train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Burnley trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:52 Edinburgh | 3h28 | 12:20 Burnley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Burnley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Burnley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 20:12 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Burnley trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Burnley from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Burnley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Burnley 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 Burnley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Burnley
Most Edinburgh to Burnley trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Burnley Central station pair, with some services arriving at Burnley Manchester Road. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Burnley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Burnley station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
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.
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 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.
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