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Burnley Manchester Road to Luton by train

First train

05:22

Last train

22:02

Departure station

Burnley Manchester Road

Arrival station

Luton

Journey time

From 4h 37m

Distance

152 miles (245 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway

Travelling from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton by train

Looking to travel from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 7 hours 11 minutes to travel from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 37 minutes though. You'll usually find 15 trains per day running along the 152 miles (245 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Luton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway to get to Luton. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton

Want to know more about your journey from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Luton from Burnley Manchester Road?

To travel to Luton from Burnley Manchester Road, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 11 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 37 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton?

Trains from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton take an average of 7 hours and 11 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 37 minutes. You'll usually find 15 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Burnley Manchester Road and Luton by train?

The quickest journey time between Burnley Manchester Road and Luton by train is 4 hours and 37 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton?

No, there are no direct trains running from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Burnley Manchester Road to Luton is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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