The average train between Burnley and Wales takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley to Wales. 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 Wales. 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 Wales at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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4h 47m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Burnley to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Wales station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Burnley to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Burnley to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Burnley to Wales train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Burnley and Wales is 194.2 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 5h 7m.