The average train between Inverness and Burnley takes 9h 33m and the fastest train takes 7h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness 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 4 times a day between Inverness and Burnley. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Burnley at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 9h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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12h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Burnley station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.
Inverness to Burnley train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Burnley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Inverness to Burnley train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Inverness and Burnley is 428.5 km. The road distance is 632 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Burnley Manchester Road via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 7h 34m.