- Must visit
Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum
Burnley's main museum in a historic hall, with art, local history, decorative objects, and period rooms.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€10
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€10
Fastest journey on Sep 20
57 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
58 m
Trains on Sep 20
13
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Burnley will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 13 trains from Blackpool to Burnley, including 13 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 58 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €22 compared to roughly €12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-9.91. The journey takes 1h 21m versus 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Burnley trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G88972 | On time 10:19 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h03 | 11:22 AM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89843 · P23940 | On time 10:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h55 | 12:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89843 · P23940 | On time 10:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h52 | 12:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24713 · P23940 | On time 10:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 12:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G88976 | On time 11:19 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h03 | 12:22 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89850 · P23945 | On time 11:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h56 | 1:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89850 · P23945 | On time 11:27 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h53 | 1:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24716 · P23945 | On time 11:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 1:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G88982 | On time 12:19 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h03 | 1:22 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89857 · P23951 | On time 12:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h55 | 2:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89857 · P23951 | On time 12:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h52 | 2:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24719 · P23951 | On time 12:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 2:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
C31713 | On time 1:19 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h03 | 2:22 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89863 · P23956 | On time 1:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h55 | 3:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89863 · P23956 | On time 1:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h52 | 3:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24722 · P23956 | On time 1:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 3:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G88993 | 2:19 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h03 | 3:22 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89867 · P23910 | On time 2:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h55 | 4:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89867 · P23910 | On time 2:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h52 | 4:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24725 · P23910 | On time 2:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 4:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G88999 | 3:19 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h03 | 4:22 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89819 · P23917 | On time 3:23 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h57 | 5:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89819 · P23917 | On time 3:26 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h54 | 5:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24699 · P23917 | On time 3:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 5:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89003 | 4:19 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h03 | 5:22 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89823 · P23921 | On time 4:25 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h55 | 6:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24702 · P23921 | 4:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 6:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89827 · P23925 | On time 5:25 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h54 | 7:19 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24705 · P23925 | On time 5:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h49 | 7:19 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89832 · P23930 | On time 6:25 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h55 | 8:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24708 · P23930 | 6:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 8:20 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89554 · G89019 | On time 6:50 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h32 | 8:22 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 transfer | |
G89838 · P23936 | On time 7:25 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h54 | 9:19 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24711 · P23936 | On time 7:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h49 | 9:19 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89845 · P23941 | On time 8:25 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h53 | 10:18 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24714 · P23941 | On time 8:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h48 | 10:18 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G89853 · G88948 | On time 9:24 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h36 | 11:00 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 transfer | |
P24717 · P23947 | On time 9:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h06 | 11:36 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
P24717 · G88948 | On time 9:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h30 | 11:00 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Blackpool to Burnley run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Burnley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Burnley trip today.
Burnley's main museum in a historic hall, with art, local history, decorative objects, and period rooms.
Working textile museum with steam power and looms, offering one of Lancashire's best insights into mill life.
National Trust house displaying fine interiors, furniture, and the nationally important Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth collection.
Major historic park with woodland, gardens, play areas, and trails around Towneley Hall; ideal for a long visit.
Linear heritage quarter by the canal with mills, warehouses, paths, and interpretation of Burnley's industrial story.
Wooded hillside walking area leading to the Singing Ringing Tree, with excellent panoramas across Burnley and beyond.
A Lancashire staple of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. It is tied to the county’s mill-town cooking and is still widely loved locally.
A crumbly cow’s milk cheese from Lancashire, often eaten with pies or fruitcake. It is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
A robust black pudding made with pork, oats and seasoning. Bury is nearby, and this breakfast favourite is common across East Lancashire.
Stylish hotel restaurant in a historic country house, popular for refined British dining, afternoon tea and special occasions.
Well-regarded gastropub by Towneley Park serving British classics and seasonal dishes in a polished yet relaxed setting.
Established Burnley pub and restaurant known for hearty British meals, Sunday roasts and a traditional local atmosphere.
Burnley is cheaper than major UK tourist cities, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Burnley Manchester Road -> Burnley Bus Station, Burnley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool 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.

Most Blackpool to Burnley trains use the Blackpool North to Burnley Manchester Road station pair, with some services arriving at Burnley Central. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Burnley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces, 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 Located Just inside concourse on right hand side, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Burnley Central.
Ticket office support is available at Burnley Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burnley Central: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burnley Central: Bike Parking.
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 Road is 1 km from Burnley city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Burnley Manchester Road.
Ticket office support is available at Burnley Manchester Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burnley Manchester Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Burnley Manchester Road: Bike Parking.
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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