4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Burnley
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
69 km
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 £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sheffield for Burnley 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 69 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
7:492h13Sheffield10:02Burnley£191One-way0 changes
- 7:492h13Sheffield10:02Burnley£191One-way0 changes
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 coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. 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 coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 69 km
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£19 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m 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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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Burnley train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Burnley 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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| 6:49 Sheffield | 2h13 | 9:02 Burnley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Burnley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Burnley run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 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.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 22:02 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Burnley trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Burnley 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: 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Burnley
Most Sheffield to Burnley trains use the Sheffield to Burnley Manchester Road station pair, with some services arriving at Burnley Central. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Burnley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Burnley leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: 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.
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: 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.
Which Burnley station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
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 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 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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