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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Burnley to Manchester
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Burnley to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burnley to Manchester will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Burnley for Manchester on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 35 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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 bus 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 bus with prices starting from €6. 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 bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 35 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €16 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 buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX540 | 10:20 AM Burnley, Bus Station | 2h05 | 12:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
| NX540 | 7:45 AM Burnley, Bus Station | 2h10 | 9:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 €6 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:43, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 35 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 35 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
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 €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
The Burnley Bus Company
FAQs: Bus from Burnley to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley to Manchester by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Burnley to Manchester
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket 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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