The average train between Burnley and Southampton takes 7h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley to Southampton. 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 Burnley and Southampton. 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 Southampton at 12:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 7h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Burnley to Southampton? 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 Southampton. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Southampton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.
Burnley to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Burnley to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Burnley to Southampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Burnley and Southampton is 326 km. The road distance is 435 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Southampton Central via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 39m.