What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Burnley?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Burnley is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Burnley?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Burnley is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Burnley?

The distance between Edinburgh and Burnley is 214 miles. The road distance is 186.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Burnley without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Burnley without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Burnley?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Edinburgh to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Burnley train from?

Edinburgh to Burnley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Burnley train arrive?

Edinburgh to Burnley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Burnley is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Edinburgh to Burnley.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Burnley?

Book your Edinburgh to Burnley train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Burnley?

There are 1065+ hotels available in Burnley.

Edinburgh to Burnley - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Burnley by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain Blackpool North - York / ...
3h 41m
£69–129
Drive 185.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Burnleycar 185.8 mi
3h 39m
£46–66
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain
6h 51m
£68–176
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
4h 43m
£135–194
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane EDI - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain
7h 23m
£70–180
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain
7h 24m
£76–192

Edinburgh to Burnley by train

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Distance: 213.2 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Burnley, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Burnley Manchester Road via Preston in around 3h 41m.

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