Birmingham to Burnley train

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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Burnley

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Cheapest

$33

Average

$65

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

07:07AM3h12

Birmingham

10:19AMBurnley

$331One-way

0 transfers

03:16PM4h02

Birmingham

07:18PMBurnley

$721One-way

0 transfers

05:27AM3h54

Birmingham

09:21AMBurnley

$731One-way

0 transfers

05:05AM3h13

Birmingham

08:18AMBurnley

$741One-way

0 transfers

04:34AM3h44

Birmingham

08:18AMBurnley

$741One-way

0 transfers

Birmingham to Burnley train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 17

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Northern RailNorthern Rail	05:27AM Birmingham	3h54	09:21AM Burnley	0 transfersDirect
West Midlands RailwayWest Midlands Railway	03:16PM Birmingham	4h02	07:18PM Burnley	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast	05:05AM Birmingham	3h13	08:18AM Burnley	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast	07:07AM Birmingham	3h12	10:19AM Burnley	0 transfersDirect
West Midlands RailwayWest Midlands Railway	04:34AM Birmingham	3h44	08:18AM Burnley	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Birmingham to Burnley

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Fastest Journey

3 h 12 m

Average

3 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

148 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Burnley every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

07:07AM3h12

Birmingham

10:19AMBurnley

$331One-way

0 transfers

05:05AM3h13

Birmingham

08:18AMBurnley

$741One-way

0 transfers

04:34AM3h44

Birmingham

08:18AMBurnley

$741One-way

0 transfers

05:27AM3h54

Birmingham

09:21AMBurnley

$731One-way

0 transfers

03:16PM4h02

Birmingham

07:18PMBurnley

$721One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Burnley

Trains from Birmingham to Burnley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€23) but you can travel from only $17 (€15) by bus.

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

Bus from $17 (€15)

Distance

91 miles (148 km)

Average train duration

3h 50m

Cheapest ticket price

$25 (€23)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 11m

First train

05:25

Last train

23:38

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $17 (€15)

Train companies: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Burnley trains

Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains trains will get you from Birmingham to Burnley from $25 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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.

Train information from Birmingham to Burnley with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 11 min
Cheapest Price: $25
Virgin Trains frequency: 9 a day

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Birmingham to Burnley train information with West Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: $73

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Burnley

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Burnley easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Burnley.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Burnley can start from as little as $25 (€22) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Burnley is $63 (€58); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Burnley train time is 3 h 11 min covering the 92 mile (148 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Burnley leaves at 5: 23 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Burnley leaves at 8: 39 PM.

There are 5 trains a day from Birmingham to Burnley which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or West Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

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

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 39 PM.

A trip to Burnley from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Burnley is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Burnley including taking a train or bus.