The average train between Exeter and Burnley takes 7h 8m and the fastest train takes 6h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Exeter and Burnley. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Burnley at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Burnley station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.
Exeter to Burnley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Burnley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Burnley Manchester Road station.
Book your Exeter to Burnley train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Burnley is 352 km. The road distance is 507 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Burnley Manchester Road via Leeds in around 6h 17m.