The average train between Burnley and Luton takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley to Luton. 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 Luton. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Luton at 11:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Burnley to Luton? 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 Luton. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Luton station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Burnley to Luton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Burnley to Luton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Luton station.
Book your Burnley to Luton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Burnley and Luton is 245.4 km. The road distance is 407 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Luton via Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 16m.