The cheapest and fastest trains from Burnley to Salford
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burnley to Salford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley to Salford will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Burnley for Salford every day 3 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 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.






Live departures
Burnley to Salford train times
The table below shows live departures for Burnley to Salford trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:39 Burnley | 0h52 | 08:31 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burnley to Salford
Trains from Burnley to Salford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 52m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 23:02 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Burnley to Salford trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Burnley and Salford from £16. 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 Salford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley to Salford 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 Salford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burnley and Salford
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:45 - 21:45 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: ACCESSIBLE TOILET AVAILABLE DURING TICKET OFFICE HOURS
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Entrance to Station Car Park on Halstead St
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Accrington Road (A679) near to traffic lights
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 13:30 Saturday,Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Curzon St adjacent to Railway Bridge
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 21:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, The station is accessed from the main road ( A6,THE CRESCENT) and the corner of University Road There is a lift available at the end of the overbridge (facing the steps of which there is 36 down onto the platform). The lift is available from first to last train.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A key is available from the Booking Office and Supervisor's Office upon request.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Onward travel information: Located on The Crescent for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Eccles and Bolton. Maximum distance 300 yards/274m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station near to the roundabout.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:25 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Ramped access to platforms and ticket office. We regret that wheelchair users cannot board or alight here, due to excessive wheelchair ramp gradients between the train and the very low-height platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Located on both sides of New Bailey Street for buses to Bolton, Eccles and Piccadilly Gardens. Maximum distance 120 yards/110m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station on New Bailey Street.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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