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24/03/2025
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Burnley to Preston by train

The journey from Burnley to Preston by train is 32.01 km and takes 0 hrs 47 mins. There are 24 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:51 and the last at 22:02. It is possible to travel from Burnley to Preston by train for as little as €14.05 or as much as €16.06. The best price for this journey is €14.05.

Lowest Price €14.05
Journey Duration 0 hrs 47 mins
Connection per Day 24
Lowest Price €14.05
Highest Price €16.06
First Departure 05:51
Last Departure 22:02
Distance 32.01 km
Departure Burnley
Arrival Preston
Carriers Northern Rail

Burnley to Preston Train Times

Departure date
Monday 24 Mar 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Burnley to Preston

The cheapest Burnley - Preston train tickets can be found for as low as €34.38 if you’re lucky, or €37.88 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €40.98.

Find the best day to travel to Preston by train

When travelling to Preston by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Burnley to Preston CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
2.24kg
Bus
2.4kg
Flight
6.4kg
Car
5.12kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Burnley to Preston by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Burnley and Preston are 2.24kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Burnley and Preston? By taking the train between Burnley and Preston you will save 4.16kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.16kg compared to a bus and 2.88kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Burnley to Preston?
A train ticket from Burnley to Preston is €14.78. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as €14.05.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Burnley to Preston?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Burnley to Preston is €14.05. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Burnley and Preston by train?
Burnley to Preston is 32.01 km.
How long does the train between Burnley and Preston take?
Burnley to Preston is on average 0 hrs 47 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 36 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Burnley to Preston?
Burnley to Preston has 24 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Burnley to Preston leave?
The earliest train from Burnley to Preston departs at 05:51. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Burnley to Preston depart?
The latest train from Burnley to Preston departs at 22:02. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Burnley to Preston in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is €14.05 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Burnley to Preston?
There are on average 24 direct connection(s) from Burnley to go to Preston.
What's the fastest journey time between Burnley to Preston by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Burnley and Preston is 0 hrs 36 mins.
Is there a direct train from Burnley to Preston?
Yes, there is a direct train between Burnley and Preston.
What are the CO2 emissions for Burnley to Preston by train?
The train journey from Burnley to Preston creates 2.24kg of CO2 emissions.

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