Manchester to Burscough train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Burscough

Showing times and prices for 04 Aug

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

48 m

Average duration

49 m

Trains per day

17

Distance

42 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Burscough will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

Of the 17 trains that leave Manchester for Burscough every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .

The slowest trains will take 49 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.

  • Northern Trains Limited
    6:150h55
    Manchester
    7:10Burscough Bridge
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern Trains Limited
    6:390h48
    Manchester
    7:27Burscough Bridge
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern Trains Limited
    7:160h56
    Manchester
    8:12Burscough Bridge
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern Trains Limited
    7:380h49
    Manchester
    8:27Burscough Bridge
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern Trains Limited
    8:160h54
    Manchester
    9:10Burscough Bridge
    £81One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester to Burscough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Burscough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 42 km

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Coach

£13

Average Price

£8

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Cheapest

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 10m

Average total duration

4h 40m

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Live departures

Manchester to Burscough train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Burscough trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern Trains Limited6:15 Manchester
0h55
7:10 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited6:39 Manchester
0h48
7:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited7:16 Manchester
0h56
8:12 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited7:38 Manchester
0h49
8:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited8:16 Manchester
0h54
9:10 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited8:38 Manchester
0h49
9:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited9:16 Manchester
0h55
10:11 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited9:38 Manchester
0h49
10:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited10:16 Manchester
0h54
11:10 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited10:38 Manchester
0h49
11:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited11:16 Manchester
0h55
12:11 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited11:38 Manchester
0h49
12:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited12:16 Manchester
0h54
13:10 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited12:38 Manchester
0h49
13:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited13:16 Manchester
0h55
14:11 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited13:38 Manchester
0h51
14:29 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited14:16 Manchester
0h54
15:10 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited14:38 Manchester
0h49
15:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited15:16 Manchester
0h55
16:11 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited15:38 Manchester
0h49
16:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited16:16 Manchester
0h54
17:10 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited16:38 Manchester
0h49
17:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited17:16 Manchester
0h55
18:11 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited17:38 Manchester
0h49
18:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited18:15 Manchester
0h55
19:10 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited18:38 Manchester
0h49
19:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited19:16 Manchester
0h55
20:11 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited19:38 Manchester
0h49
20:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited20:38 Manchester
0h50
21:28 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited21:38 Manchester
0h49
22:27 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited22:47 Manchester
0h56
23:43 Burscough Bridge0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited23:47 Manchester
6h51
6:38 Burscough Bridge1 change

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Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Manchester to Burscough.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester to Burscough.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Burscough.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Burscough

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Trains from Manchester to Burscough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 55m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance
42 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
55m
First train
4:48
Last train
23:32
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
7 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Burscough trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Burscough from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£13
Northern Rail frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
£8
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Manchester to Burscough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Burscough 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 Burscough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Burscough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Manchester to Burscough covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 55m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Burscough is 42 km.
The first train from Manchester to Burscough leaves at 4:48.
The last train from Manchester to Burscough departs at 23:32.
Trains from Manchester to Burscough run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Burscough.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Burscough. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Manchester to Burscough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Burscough.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Burscough is Manchester Victoria (MCV), and it arrives at Burscough Bridge (BCB).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Burscough is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Manchester to Burscough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Burscough offers pleasant views of the English countryside, passing through areas with fields, small towns, and greenery, making it a scenic route for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester to Burscough is feasible as the journey takes 55m, covers 42 km, and there are 7 trains per day.
A visit to Burscough can be comfortably enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as the Burscough Wharf and the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Burscough.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Burscough

Most Manchester to Burscough trains use the Manchester Victoria to Burscough Bridge station pair, with some services arriving at Burscough Junction. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Burscough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Burscough

Which Manchester station do trains to Burscough leave from?

Trains from Manchester to Burscough leave from Manchester Victoria. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY.
Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre

TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus41, 135 · 5m · £2 · every ~32 min
T1 · 10m
X43 · 29m · every ~1 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · £2 · every ~23 min

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.

Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FUParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m

Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services

Manchester Oxford Road 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 Oxford Road.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RRWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min

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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