- Must visit
Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum
Burnley's main museum in a historic hall, with art, local history, decorative objects, and period rooms.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of Kč3539 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of Kč3539, while a train costs an average of Kč3539.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
Kč3539 Average price Cheapest | Kč1435 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Burnley:
A bus is Kč2133 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Burnley costing on average Kč3539.
A bus is Kč6834 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Burnley costing on average Kč8240.
Other travel options to Burnley take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 47m.
Bus takes on average 5h 42m.
Tickets start at around Kč3539 compared to roughly Kč1435 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč-2103.87. The journey takes 3h 47m versus 3h 44m 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 Luton to Burnley trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:42 PM Luton | 5h08 | 10:50 PM Burnley | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Luton to Burnley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč2274 but you can travel from only Kč1349 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč2274 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 4:38 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to Burnley trains use the Luton to Burnley Manchester Road station pair, with some services arriving at Burnley Central. Use this guide to compare Luton and Burnley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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.
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