The average train between Reading and Burnley takes 5h 36m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading 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 Reading and Burnley. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Burnley at 9:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Reading 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 Reading to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Burnley station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.
Reading to Burnley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Burnley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Reading to Burnley train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Reading and Burnley is 273.4 km. The road distance is 360 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Burnley Manchester Road via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 5h 31m.