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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Burnley
Showing times and prices for 23 Mar
Cheapest price
£119
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
246 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Burnley will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £119.
Fast trains
To travel from Luton to Burnley you need to make at least 2 changes.
22:547h27
Luton06:21Burnley
£1191One-way
2 changes
22:279h35
Luton08:02Burnley
£1541One-way
2 changes
06:244h38
Luton11:02Burnley
£1561One-way
3 changes
04:384h23
Luton09:01Burnley
£1651One-way
2 changes
06:024h00
Luton10:02Burnley
£1651One-way
2 changes
18:563h24
Luton22:20Burnley
£2041One-way
2 changes
15:563h25
Luton19:21Burnley
£2041One-way
2 changes
17:563h25
Luton21:21Burnley
£2041One-way
2 changes
06:563h26
Luton10:22Burnley
£2041One-way
2 changes
07:563h26
Luton11:22Burnley
£2041One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Luton to Burnley
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 246 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£103 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £152 Average Price |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Burnley train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Burnley trains for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 14:26
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W59579+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W02406+ Y24948 | On time 16:10 Luton station (LUT) | 4h47 | 20:57 Burnley Central (BNC) | 3 changes | |
 C52611 · Y12210 · C51697+ C75347 | On time 16:39 Luton station (LUT) | 5h22 | 22:01 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 4 changes | |
W59649+ Y11794+Y24386 | On time 16:59 Luton station (LUT) | 5h02 | 22:01 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 2 changes | |
| W59587+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W02403+G90540 | On time 17:10 Luton station (LUT) | 5h07 | 22:17 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 3 changes | |
| C52627 · C51675 · C52100+C75314 | On time 17:39 Luton station (LUT) | 5h23 | 23:02 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 4 changes | |
| C52627 · C51675 · C52100+C75314 | On time 17:39 Luton station (LUT) | 5h15 | 22:54 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 5 changes | |
| W59595+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W02401+Y24952 | On time 18:10 Luton station (LUT) | 4h48 | 22:58 Burnley Central (BNC) | 3 changes | |
| Monday 23 March | |||||
| 04:38 Luton | 4h23 | 09:01 Burnley | 2 changes | |
| 06:02 Luton | 4h00 | 10:02 Burnley | 2 changes | |
| 06:24 Luton | 4h38 | 11:02 Burnley | 3 changes | |
| 06:56 Luton | 3h26 | 10:22 Burnley | 2 changes | |
| 07:56 Luton | 3h26 | 11:22 Burnley | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Burnley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Burnley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £48 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 4h 47m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £48
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 20:05 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £48
Train companies: Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Burnley trainsThameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Burnley from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 21m
Cheapest Price
£160
Thameslink frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 24m
Cheapest Price
£152
east_midlands_trains frequency
13 a day
FAQs: Luton to Burnley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Luton to Burnley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £74, while the average price tends to be around £103.
The train journey from Luton to Burnley covers a distance of 246 km and takes approximately 4h 47m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Luton to Burnley is 246 km.
The first train from Luton to Burnley leaves at 6:04.
The last train from Luton to Burnley departs at 20:05.
Trains from Luton to Burnley run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Luton to Burnley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Burnley.
To get from Luton to Burnley, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Luton to Burnley.
The train station in Luton that goes to Burnley is Luton station (LUT), and it arrives at Burnley Manchester Road (BYM).
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Burnley is by coach, costing approximately £48.
Booking trains from Luton to Burnley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Luton to Burnley offers glimpses of the English countryside, with stretches through the Chiltern Hills and the Pennines, providing passengers with scenic views along the way.
A day trip from Luton to Burnley is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 47m one way. However, there are 6 trains per day available for this route.
To explore Burnley, 2 to 3 days should suffice to visit key attractions such as Towneley Hall, the Singing Ringing Tree, and explore the scenic countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Burnley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Burnley
Luton
Burnley
The major train station for departures in Luton is Luton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton for your trip from Luton to Burnley.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Burnley is Burnley Manchester Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burnley Manchester Road for your journey to Burnley from Luton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Address
Burnley Manchester Road station, Manchester Road, Burnley Manchester Road, Lancashire, BB11 1JZ
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:45 - 21:45 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: ACCESSIBLE TOILET AVAILABLE DURING TICKET OFFICE HOURS
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Burnley Manchester Road
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 13:30 Saturday,Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Burnley Central
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Curzon St adjacent to Railway Bridge
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