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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Burnley to Manchester
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 7 trains that leave Burnley for Manchester every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 46 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.
L896988:390h46Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)9:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes- L896999:390h46Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)10:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes
- L8970010:390h46Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)11:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes
- L8970111:380h47Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)12:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes
- L8970312:390h46Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)13:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes
- L896988:390h46Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)9:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes
- L896999:390h46Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)10:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes
- L8970010:390h46Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)11:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes
- L8970312:390h46Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)13:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes
- L8969014:390h46Burnley Manchester Road (BYM)15:25Manchester Victoria (MCV)£151One-way0 changes
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 47m. 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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1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Burnley to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Manchester trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:37 Burnley | 0h48 | 7:25 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:39 Burnley | 0h46 | 8:25 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:39 Burnley | 0h46 | 9:25 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:39 Burnley | 0h45 | 23:24 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burnley to Manchester
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Trains from Burnley to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 45m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 3:40 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Burnley to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Burnley and Manchester from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Burnley to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley to Manchester by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Manchester
Most Burnley to Manchester trains use the Burnley Manchester Road to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Use this guide to compare Burnley and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Burnley station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Burnley Manchester Road from Burnley city centre
Burnley Manchester Road is 1 km from Burnley city centre. Public transport options include:
Burnley Manchester Road train station facilities and services
Burnley Manchester Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burnley Manchester Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burnley Manchester Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burnley Manchester Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Burnley Manchester Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burnley Manchester Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via the ramps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Rose Grove from Burnley city centre
Rose Grove is 3 km from Burnley city centre. Public transport options include:
Rose Grove train station facilities and services
Rose Grove has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rose Grove: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rose Grove: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C station, Access to platform is down 34 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Burnley Central from Burnley city centre
Burnley Central train station facilities and services
Burnley Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burnley Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burnley Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burnley Central: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burnley Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burnley Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from car park up 20 metre ramp or up 4 steps. 25 mm brick lip at base of ramp. Access from Railway Street up 18 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Burnley arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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