The average train between Manchester and Burntisland takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Burntisland. 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 4 hours between Manchester and Burntisland. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Burntisland at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Burntisland station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.
Manchester to Burntisland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to Burntisland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.
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The distance between Manchester and Burntisland is 293.7 km. The road distance is 383 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 8m.