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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Burnley
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Burnley will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Burnley 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 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester to Burnley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 35 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m 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
Manchester to Burnley bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Burnley coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX540 | 18:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 1h50 | 20:05 Burnley, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 | 21:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 1h35 | 23:30 Burnley, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Burnley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester to Burnley run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 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 35m.
Distance 35 km |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 03:43 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, The Burnley Bus Company, Bee Network from Manchester to BurnleyYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Burnley with National Express, The Burnley Bus Company, Bee Network for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Manchester to Burnley
National Express provides coach services for the short journey between Manchester and Burnley. Trips take just over one hour to complete this 29-mile journey and all coaches are direct.
Which coach companies travel from Manchester to Burnley?
National Express operates direct coach services from Manchester to Burnley, with the earliest bus departing just after 6:00 a.m. and the latest service departing Manchester at 22:40 p.m. The average National Express journey time is one hour 26 minutes and the quickest service takes one hour three minutes.
How long is the coach from Manchester to Burnley?
The quickest National Express coach journeys from Manchester to Burnley take one hour three minutes and average journey times are one hour 26 minutes. Coaches depart from Manchester Coach Station and arrive at either Burnley Bus Station or Brierfield, Colne Road, which is opposite Burnley Town Hall.
How many coaches are there from Manchester to Burnley?
National Express operates approximately 70 coaches from Manchester to Burnley every day of the week. The quickest journey times are one hour three minutes and all services are direct. The lengthiest journey times from Manchester to Burnley are one hour 47 minutes but average journeys take around one hour 26 minutes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Manchester to Burnley?
Departure bus station: National Express coaches to Burnley depart from Manchester Coach Station, which is located on Chorlton Street in the city centre. The coach station is open 24/7 and on-site amenities include waiting facilities, car parking, newsagents, charging points, ATMs and an eatery. Automated ticketing services are available 24/7, so it's possible to purchase tickets at times when the travel centre is closed. Manchester Central Coach Station is easy to access by local public transport or regional coach services.
Arrival bus station: Coaches from Manchester to Burnley arrive at either Burnley Bus Station or Brierfield, on Colne Road. Burnley Bus Station features an on-site travel centre alongside a cafe, waiting room and toilets. The Brierfield Bus Stops are opposite Burnley Town Hall and are also used by a variety of local bus services throughout Burnley and the surrounding areas. Passengers arriving at the Brierfield stop can take National Express coaches direct to Burnley Bus Station; journey times are approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
FAQs: Manchester to Burnley coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Burnley 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 Burnley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Burnley, Bus Station, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Burnley
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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