The average train between Burnley and Nantwich takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley to Nantwich. 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 Nantwich. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Nantwich at 5:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Burnley to Nantwich? 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 Nantwich. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Nantwich station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Burnley to Nantwich train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Burnley to Nantwich train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Burnley to Nantwich train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Burnley and Nantwich is 82.3 km. The road distance is 126 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Nantwich via Preston and Crewe in around 2h 31m.