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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Burnley
Showing times and prices for 17 Apr
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
69 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Burnley will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Fast trains
To travel from Sheffield to Burnley you need to make at least one change.
G90877 · Y258118:522h10Sheffield station (SHF)11:02Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£201One-way1 change- Y25877 · Y258129:522h10Sheffield station (SHF)12:02Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£231One-way1 change
- Y25878 · Y2581310:522h10Sheffield station (SHF)13:02Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£231One-way1 change
C75326+G90649 · Y2511010:222h25Sheffield station (SHF)12:47Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£271One-way2 changes
L36555+Y250549:112h36Sheffield station (SHF)11:47Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£341One-way1 change
- G90877 · Y258118:522h10Sheffield station (SHF)11:02Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£201One-way1 change
- Y25877 · Y258129:522h10Sheffield station (SHF)12:02Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£231One-way1 change
- Y25878 · Y2581310:522h10Sheffield station (SHF)13:02Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£231One-way1 change
- C75326+G90649 · Y2511010:222h25Sheffield station (SHF)12:47Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£271One-way2 changes
- L36555+Y250549:112h36Sheffield station (SHF)11:47Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)£341One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Burnley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 69 km
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2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Burnley train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Burnley trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C43534+Y25143 | 7:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h39 | 9:47 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 change | |
| G90877 · Y25811 | On time 7:52 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h10 | 10:02 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 change | |
| L36555+Y25054 | 8:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h36 | 10:47 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 change | |
| Y25877 · Y25812 | On time 8:52 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h10 | 11:02 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 change | |
| C75326+G90649 · Y25110 | On time 9:22 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h25 | 11:47 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 2 changes | |
| Y25878 · Y25813 | On time 9:52 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h10 | 12:02 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Burnley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Burnley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 2h 10m.
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
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 22:02 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Burnley trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Burnley from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£14
Northern Rail frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 42m
Cheapest Price
£26
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Price
£46
first_transpennine_express frequency
5 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£40
east_midlands_trains frequency
3 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£47
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Sheffield to Burnley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Burnley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Sheffield to Burnley covers a distance of 69 km and takes approximately 2h 10m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Burnley is 69 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Burnley leaves at 3:38.
The last train from Sheffield to Burnley departs at 22:02.
Trains from Sheffield to Burnley run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Burnley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Burnley.
To get from Sheffield to Burnley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Burnley.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Burnley is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Burnley Manchester Road (BYM).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Burnley is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Burnley offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with sections passing through the picturesque Pennines, providing scenic views of rolling hills and charming countryside.
A day trip from Sheffield to Burnley is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 10m. However, there are 6 trains per day. The distance between these two locations is 69 km.
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 Sheffield to Burnley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Burnley
Sheffield
Burnley
The major train station for departures in Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your trip from Sheffield to Burnley.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Sheffield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- 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: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Meadowhall
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
7 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Woodhouse
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop-off in the bus bays on the railway bridge.
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 Sheffield.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Address
Burnley Manchester Road station, Manchester Road, Burnley Manchester Road, Lancashire, BB11 1JZTicket 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Burnley Barracks
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Westway A671. (Station side for Colne, opposite side for Blackburn)
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