The average train between Pontypridd and Burnley takes 7h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd 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 hourly between Pontypridd and Burnley. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Burnley at 10:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 7h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 9m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Pontypridd 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 Pontypridd to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Burnley station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.
Pontypridd to Burnley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Pontypridd to Burnley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Pontypridd to Burnley train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Lumo and 3 other operators.
The distance between Pontypridd and Burnley is 254.4 km. The road distance is 361 km.
You can take a train from Pontypridd to Burnley Manchester Road via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 6h 15m.