The average train between Pontefract and Burnley takes 2h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract 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 Pontefract and Burnley. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 8:47 PM which arrives into Burnley at 11:02 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Pontefract 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 Pontefract to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Burnley station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.
Pontefract to Burnley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Pontefract Tanshelf station.
Pontefract to Burnley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Burnley Manchester Road station.
Book your Pontefract to Burnley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Pontefract and Burnley is 62.2 km. The road distance is 91 km.
You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Burnley Manchester Road via Leeds in around 2h 20m.