The average train between Basingstoke and Burnley takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Basingstoke to Burnley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Basingstoke and Burnley. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basingstoke is at 7:49 PM which arrives into Burnley at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Basingstoke to Burnley? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke station and arriving at Burnley station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.
Basingstoke to Burnley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.
Basingstoke to Burnley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Basingstoke to Burnley train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Basingstoke and Burnley is 291.8 km. The road distance is 385 km.
You can take a train from Basingstoke to Burnley Manchester Road via Stafford and Preston in around 5h 46m.