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Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum
Burnley's main museum in a historic hall, with art, local history, decorative objects, and period rooms.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Burnley will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
It's difficult to get from London to Burnley without transferring at least once.
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Trains from London to Burnley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €41 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 181 miles (292 km) distance in 2h 42m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Burnley.
The table below shows live departures for London to Burnley trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C00573+ NT017900 | On time 8:25 AM London Euston (EUS) | 4h35 | 1:00 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 transfer | |
W33349+ NT012000 | On time 8:33 AM London Euston (EUS) | 5h46 | 2:19 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
C02168+ G88975 | On time 8:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h26 | 1:02 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 transfer | |
C02091+ G88980 | On time 10:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h52 | 2:02 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 transfer | |
W33089+ NT011900 | On time 10:47 AM London Euston (EUS) | 5h32 | 4:19 PM Burnley Central (BNC) | 1 transfer | |
G08099+ G88986 | On time 11:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h52 | 3:02 PM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from London to Burnley with Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, and Lumo. High-speed trains available on this route with Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, and Lumo. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Burnley.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Burnley trains use the London Euston to Burnley Manchester Road station pair, with some services arriving at Burnley Central. Use this guide to compare London and Burnley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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.
Check train stations information for London and Burnley, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.