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Trip Summary
There are 13 daily trains from Accrington to Burnley. Traveling by train from Accrington to Burnley usually takes around 10 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in 6 minutes.
| Distance | 6 mi (10 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 6m |
| Lowest price | €3.50 |
| Trains per day | 43 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Accrington to Burnley?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Accrington to Burnley. However, there are 13 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 13 | 0h 11m | €4.87 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Accrington to Burnley are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Accrington at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 13 scheduled trains on most days. 43 of these are direct connections to Burnley. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Burnley to Accrington.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Accrington?
Main departure station: Accrington Station
There are two stations in Accrington where you can board the train to Burnley.
All train stations in Accrington:
Accrington Station
Huncoat Station
Where is the train station in Burnley?
Main arrival station: Rose Grove Station
There are more train stations and stops in Burnley than most cities. Most trains from Accrington will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Burnley:
Train stations in Burnley:
Rose Grove Station
Burnley Barracks Train Station
Burnley Central
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