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Burnley to Cowdenbeath by train

First train

06:06

Last train

22:06

Departure station

Burnley

Arrival station

Cowdenbeath

Journey time

From 4h 53m

Distance

166 miles (268 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper

How to travel from Burnley to Cowdenbeath by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Burnley to Cowdenbeath? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Burnley and Cowdenbeath, which usually take 5 hours 47 minutes to complete the 166 miles (268 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 53 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Cowdenbeath by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Burnley to Cowdenbeath if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Cowdenbeath? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Burnley and Cowdenbeath by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Burnley to Cowdenbeath is 4 hours and 53 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Burnley to Cowdenbeath?

No, there are no direct train services from Burnley to Cowdenbeath. Travelling from Burnley to Cowdenbeath by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Burnley to Cowdenbeath leave?

The first train from Burnley to Cowdenbeath leaves at 06:06. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Burnley to Cowdenbeath leave?

The last train from Burnley to Cowdenbeath leaves at 22:06. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Burnley and Cowdenbeath by train?

Trains travelling from Burnley to Cowdenbeath cover a distance of around 166 miles (268 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cowdenbeath to Burnley.

Cheap train tickets from Burnley to Cowdenbeath

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† 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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