The cheapest and fastest trains from Burnley to Leeds
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burnley to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley to Leeds will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Burnley for Leeds on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Burnley to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burnley to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Burnley to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Leeds trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:59 PM Burnley | 1h06 | 11:05 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 7:39 AM Burnley | 1h25 | 9:04 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:22 AM Burnley | 1h07 | 10:29 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:39 AM Burnley | 1h25 | 11:04 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:38 AM Burnley | 1h26 | 12:04 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:39 PM Burnley | 1h25 | 7:04 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burnley to Leeds
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 23:07 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Burnley to Leeds start from as low as $6 (€5) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $12 (€10) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Burnley to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Burnley and Leeds from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Burnley to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Burnley to Leeds
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:45 - 21:45 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: ACCESSIBLE TOILET AVAILABLE DURING TICKET OFFICE HOURS
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, Access to platform is down 34 steps with rest platform and 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Accrington Road (A679) near to traffic lights
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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 at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
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