Preston to Burnley train with Northern Rail

Mon, May 04
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Burnley

Showing times and prices for May 04

Cheapest price

€16

Average price

€16

Fastest journey

38 m

Average duration

45 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

32 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Preston to Burnley will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Preston for Burnley on Mon, May 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, May 04 the direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .

On Mon, May 04 the slowest trains will take 56 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.

  • Northern RailY25267
    9:24 AM0h56
    Preston station (PRE)
    10:20 AMBurnley Central (BNC)
    161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailY25201
    10:24 AM0h56
    Preston station (PRE)
    11:20 AMBurnley Central (BNC)
    161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailY25392
    8:44 AM0h38
    Preston station (PRE)
    9:22 AMBurnley Manchester Road (BYM)
    161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailY25394
    10:44 AM0h38
    Preston station (PRE)
    11:22 AMBurnley Manchester Road (BYM)
    161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailY25393
    9:44 AM0h38
    Preston station (PRE)
    10:22 AMBurnley Manchester Road (BYM)
    161One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

Preston to Burnley train times

The table below shows live departures for Preston to Burnley trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_railY252038:23 AM Preston station (PRE)
0h57
9:20 AM Burnley Central (BNC)0 transfersDirect
northern_railY253928:44 AM Preston station (PRE)
0h38
9:22 AM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)0 transfersDirect
northern_railY252679:24 AM Preston station (PRE)
0h56
10:20 AM Burnley Central (BNC)0 transfersDirect
northern_railY253939:44 AM Preston station (PRE)
0h38
10:22 AM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)0 transfersDirect
northern_railY2520110:24 AM Preston station (PRE)
0h56
11:20 AM Burnley Central (BNC)0 transfersDirect
northern_railY2539410:44 AM Preston station (PRE)
0h38
11:22 AM Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Preston to Burnley

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Trains from Preston to Burnley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 37m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
32 km
Average train duration
41m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
37m
First train
5:21 AM
Last train
11:08 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
3 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail from Preston to Burnley trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Preston and Burnley from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
€10
Northern Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Preston to Burnley

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Preston to Burnley can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Preston to Burnley is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Preston to Burnley is 37m to travel the 32 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Preston to Burnley leaves at 5:21 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Preston to Burnley leaves at 11:08 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from Preston to Burnley with Northern Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Preston to Burnley, you can count on Northern Rail for the best way to get you to Burnley. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Preston and Burnley and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Burnley from Preston is worth doing with a journey time of 37m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Preston to Burnley is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Preston and Burnley including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Preston to Burnley

Preston
Burnley
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Burnley.
PrestonWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
  • 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
6
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
Dining
  • Rise
  • The Olive Tree Brasserie
  • Turtle Bay
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £0.30
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
  • Delta Hotels Preston
  • Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
  • Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transit options for Preston
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services

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