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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Burnley
Cheapest price
$141
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Burnley will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $141.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Burnley on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.
10:16 AM3h32Leicester1:48 PMBurnley$1411One-way0 transfers
- 10:16 AM3h32Leicester1:48 PMBurnley$1411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leicester to Burnley
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $141.
Distance: 92 miles (149 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$141 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Burnley:
A bus is $105 (€84) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Burnley costing on average $141 (€112).
Other travel options to Burnley take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 43m.
Live departures
Leicester to Burnley train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Burnley trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:16 AM Leicester | 3h32 | 1:48 PM Burnley | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Burnley
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Trains from Leicester to Burnley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $141 (€112) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 92 miles (149 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 92 miles (149 km) |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $141 (€112) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Burnley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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
Popular train stations from Leicester to Burnley
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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 main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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- 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
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 13:30 Saturday,Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Curzon St adjacent to Railway Bridge
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