The average train between Kilmarnock and Burnley takes 5h and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Kilmarnock 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 hourly between Kilmarnock and Burnley. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilmarnock is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Burnley at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kilmarnock 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.
No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock station and arriving at Burnley station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Kilmarnock to Burnley train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilmarnock station.
Kilmarnock to Burnley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Kilmarnock to Burnley train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Kilmarnock and Burnley is 248.8 km. The road distance is 382 km.
You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Burnley Manchester Road via Glasgow Central and Preston in around 4h 52m.