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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Burnley to Manchester
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Burnley to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley to Manchester will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Burnley for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Burnley to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burnley to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 35 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Burnley to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX540 | 08:10 Burnley, Bus Station | 1h45 | 09:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 | 10:20 Burnley, Bus Station | 2h05 | 12:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Burnley to Manchester
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Buses from Burnley to Manchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:43, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 35 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 35 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 03:43 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, The Burnley Bus Company from Burnley to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Burnley to Manchester with National Express, The Burnley Bus Company for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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The Burnley Bus Company
Coaches from Burnley to Manchester
There are as many as 30 coaches a day between Burnley and Manchester, spread over a roughly 14-hour period, giving travellers plenty of choices when it comes to departure times. The daily timetable also offers plenty of fast coaches that complete the journey in a little over an hour.
Which coach companies travel from Burnley to Manchester?
All coaches between these two major northern cities are operated by National Express.
How long is the coach from Burnley to Manchester?
All coaches from Burnley to Manchester are direct, but even so, travel durations can vary considerably from around 67 minutes to just over two hours at the longest. However, most journeys are closer to the faster time.
How many coaches are there from Burnley to Manchester?
On weekdays, there are two or three coaches from Burnley to Manchester every hour, from before dawn until late in the evening. Saturdays are much the same, except that the first train leaves about an hour later and travel times are no more than 90 minutes. On Sundays, there are no trains before about 7:00 a.m. and the number of services reduces to around two an hour.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Burnley to Manchester?
Departure bus station: A modern station less than 20 years old, Burnley bus terminal is only a few minutes on foot from the town centre. As they wait, passengers can buy coffee and snacks or pick up a magazine at the newsagents. Burnley Football Club and the Charter Walk shopping centre are both nearby, and the station is easily accessible by bus or coach from the towns of Bolton, Birmingham, Huddersfield, Preston, Accrington, Blackburn and Todmorden.
Arrival bus station: Manchester Central Coach station can be found on Chorlton Street, just north of Canal Street and the Alan Turing Memorial and five minutes from Piccadilly train station. Offering 24-hour service, it has a coffee shop, snack bar and newsagents, as well as charging points for mobile devices. Canal Street, Chinatown and Manchester Art Gallery are all in the immediate neighbourhood, and there are three tram stations within a quarter of a mile to destinations such as Bury and Altrincham. Buses to Chester, Middlesbrough and many other towns depart from the station regularly.
FAQs: Burnley to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Burnley, Bus Station, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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