The average train between Burnley and Irlam takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley to Irlam. 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 Burnley and Irlam. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Irlam at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Burnley to Irlam? 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 Burnley to Irlam. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Irlam station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.
Burnley to Irlam train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Burnley to Irlam train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Irlam station.
Book your Burnley to Irlam train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Burnley and Irlam is 40.5 km. The road distance is 59 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Irlam via Manchester Victoria and Manchester Oxford Road in around 2h 13m.