Burnley to Bolton bus with National Express

Tue 25 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Burnley to Bolton

Showing times and prices for 26 Nov

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£5

Fastest journey

1 h 25 m

Average duration

1 h 25 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

27 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Burnley to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Burnley to Bolton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Burnley for Bolton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 27 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
09:201h25
Burnley
10:45Bolton
£51One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Burnley to Bolton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burnley to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 27 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

£15

Average Price

1h 50m

Average total duration

1h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Burnley to Bolton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Bolton coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 01:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express09:20 Burnley
1h25
10:45 Bolton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Burnley to Bolton

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Buses from Burnley to Bolton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:23, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 27 km distance in 1h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
27 km
Average bus duration
1h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
05:23
Last bus
22:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Rosso from Burnley to BoltonYou can travel by bus between Burnley to Bolton with National Express, Rosso for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£4
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Rosso

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 38m
Rosso frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Burnley to Bolton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley to Bolton by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bolton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Burnley to Bolton can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Burnley to Bolton is £11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Burnley to Bolton is 1 h 15 min   to travel the 17 mile long route, with around there are 5 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Burnley to Bolton leaves at 05: 23. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Burnley to Bolton leaves at 23: 05.
A day trip to Bolton from Burnley is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Burnley to Bolton is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Burnley to Bolton including taking a train or coach.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Bolton

Burnley
Bolton
The major coach station for departures in Burnley is Burnley, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burnley, Bus Station for your trip from Burnley to Bolton.
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