The average train between Burnley and Ainsdale takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley to Ainsdale. 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 hourly between Burnley and Ainsdale. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Ainsdale at 7:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Burnley to Ainsdale? 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 Burnley to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Ainsdale station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Burnley to Ainsdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Burnley to Ainsdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Burnley to Ainsdale train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Burnley and Ainsdale is 56.6 km. The road distance is 95 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Ainsdale via Preston, Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 2h 14m.