Burnley to Edinburgh train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Burnley to Edinburgh

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Nov
Cheapest price on 14 Nov
€43
Average ticket price on 14 Nov
€43
Fastest journey on 14 Nov
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 14 Nov
3 h 30 m
Trains on 14 Nov
1
Distance
247 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burnley to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Burnley to Edinburgh will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €43.

Fast trains

On Sat, 14 Nov, we found 1 trains from Burnley to Edinburgh, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 247 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Burnley to Edinburgh

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Trains from Burnley to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 20:06. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 2h 59m.

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
247 km
Average train duration
3h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€29
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 59m
First train
4:45 AM
Last train
8:06 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Live departures

Burnley to Edinburgh train times

The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday, 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG88958+Avanti West CoastW34144
On time
9:03 AM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)
3h17
12:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Burnley to Edinburgh trains with Omio?

Avanti West Coast as well as Transpennine Express offer trains services from Burnley to Edinburgh.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Burnley to Edinburgh.

Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Burnley to Edinburgh.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Burnley to Edinburgh.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Burnley to Edinburgh.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Burnley to Edinburgh.

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Burnley to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Burnley and Edinburgh from €29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 59m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
€29
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
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 Transpennine Express Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€52
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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Burnley and Edinburgh

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Burnley to Edinburgh, you can count on Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Burnley and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Burnley to Edinburgh train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Burnley to Edinburgh can start from as little as €29 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Burnley to Edinburgh is €69; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Burnley to Edinburgh is 2h 59m to travel the 247 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Burnley to Edinburgh leaves at 4:45 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Burnley to Edinburgh leaves at 8:06 pm.
There are 5 trains a day from Burnley to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Edinburgh. Take the fast train with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Burnley to Edinburgh.
A trip to Edinburgh from Burnley is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Burnley and Edinburgh including taking a train and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Edinburgh

Most Burnley to Edinburgh trains use the Burnley Central to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Burnley and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Burnley
Arrival train stations in Edinburgh

Which Burnley station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?

Trains from Burnley to Edinburgh leave from Burnley Central. The station is 1 km from Burnley city centre at Burnley Central station, Railway Street, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 1DA.
Burnley CentralBurnley Central station, Railway Street, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 1DA+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Burnley Central from Burnley city centre

Bus60 · 3m · every ~3 min
5, Cg1 · 17m · every ~8 min

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.

Burnley Manchester RoadBurnley Manchester Road station, Manchester Road, Burnley Manchester Road, Lancashire, BB11 1JZ+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Burnley Manchester Road from Burnley city centre

Burnley Manchester Road is 1 km from Burnley city centre. Public transport options include:

Onward travel informationThere is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesEntrance to Station Car Park on Halstead St

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.

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