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Trip Overview

The average train between Colchester and Burnley takes 5h 24m and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. There is at least one train per day from Colchester to Burnley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 24m
Duration
245 mi
Distance
£115
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Colchester to Burnley train times

Trains run once daily between Colchester and Burnley. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colchester is at 9:25 AM which arrives into Burnley at 3:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 5h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 36m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 22m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Colchester to Burnley? 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.

Map of how to get from Colchester to Burnley.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 244.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Burnley, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Burnley Manchester Road via Peterborough and Leeds in around 5h 42m.

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