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East Kilbride to Burnley by train

First train

05:50

Last train

22:57

Departure station

East Kilbride

Arrival station

Burnley

Journey time

From 4h 19m

Distance

157 miles (253 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast

Travelling from East Kilbride to Burnley by train

Looking to travel from East Kilbride to Burnley by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 4 hours 47 minutes to travel from East Kilbride to Burnley by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 19 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 157 miles (253 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Burnley, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to get to Burnley – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from East Kilbride to Burnley 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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from East Kilbride to Burnley? 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 East Kilbride and Burnley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from East Kilbride to Burnley is 4 hours and 19 minutes.

Is there a direct train from East Kilbride to Burnley?

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

What time does the first train from East Kilbride to Burnley leave?

The first train from East Kilbride to Burnley leaves at 05:50. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from East Kilbride to Burnley leave?

The last train from East Kilbride to Burnley leaves at 22:57. 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 East Kilbride and Burnley by train?

Trains travelling from East Kilbride to Burnley cover a distance of around 157 miles (253 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from East Kilbride to Burnley

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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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