- 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 Oct 13
$116
Average ticket price on Oct 13
$116
Fastest journey on Oct 13
4 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
4 h 47 m
Trains on Oct 13
2
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Burnley will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 2 trains from Luton to Burnley, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 47 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 47 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.




Trains from Luton to Burnley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 but you can travel from only $62 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 $105 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 4:38 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
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The table below shows live departures for Luton to Burnley trains for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:56 PM Luton | 3h26 | 5:22 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:59 PM Luton | 4h03 | 6:02 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:56 PM Luton | 3h26 | 6:22 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:59 PM Luton | 4h03 | 7:02 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:56 PM Luton | 3h25 | 7:21 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:59 PM Luton | 4h03 | 8:02 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:56 PM Luton | 3h26 | 8:22 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:59 PM Luton | 4h03 | 9:02 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:56 PM Luton | 3h25 | 9:21 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:59 PM Luton | 4h02 | 10:01 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:56 PM Luton | 3h24 | 10:20 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:58 PM Luton | 4h04 | 11:02 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:29 PM Luton | 4h29 | 11:58 PM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:27 PM Luton | 9h35 | 8:02 AM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:41 PM Luton | 8h21 | 7:02 AM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:54 PM Luton | 7h27 | 6:21 AM Burnley | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
![]() | 8:15 AM Luton | 4h47 | 1:02 PM Burnley | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Luton | 4h47 | 2:02 PM Burnley | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the 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.
Official public transport app
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.
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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