The 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, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 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, Nov 05 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.
NX540
NX540
NX540
NX540Travel 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 |
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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 bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX540 | 7:45 AM Burnley, Bus Station | 2h10 | 9:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 10:20 AM Burnley, Bus Station | 2h05 | 12:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Burnley to Manchester
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

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Burnley, Bus Station, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Burnley to Manchester
- 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
- 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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