Glasgow to Burnley by train
Burnley lies 264 km (164 mi) south-east of Glasgow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 32 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 322 km (200 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Glasgow | Burnley | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 626,410 | 149,422 |
| Elevation | 40 m (131 ft) | 140 m (459 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Towneley railway station |
| Postal codes | G1–G52 | BB11 |
Where to book trains from Glasgow to Burnley
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Staying in Burnley
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Common questions
How far is Burnley from Glasgow?
264 km (164 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Glasgow; by road roughly 322 km (200 mi).
How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Burnley by train?
About 2 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Glasgow and Burnley?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.