How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Burnley?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Burnley start from $11. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Burnley?

The average bus travel time from Manchester to Burnley is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 35 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Burnley route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Burnley?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Burnley at 5:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Burnley?

A bus trip from Manchester to Burnley generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Manchester to Burnley starting at $8 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:45pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:35pm	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:45pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:35pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:05pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 30m	8:35pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:30pm	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:55pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:30pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 30m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:30pm	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:55pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:30pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 30m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 30m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 30m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on January 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 30m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on January 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:15pm	Coach Station	1h 50m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:10pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 30m	8:05pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Burnley

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Burnley. The journey takes about 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage Duration

35 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $28	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$30 - $63	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Burnley?

Stops in Manchester

A
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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B
Manchester Airport
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C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
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E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
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F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
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Stops in Burnley

A
Burnley Bus Station - Gate 7
Bus Station Kiosk, Centenary Way, Burnley, Lancashire BB11 2EQ, UK
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B
Burnley Bus Station - Stand F
16 Bromsgrove Rd, Burnley, Lancashire BB10 3BG, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,852 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29852 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $11

National Express Manchester Burnley recent customer reviews

It was good trip, but inside very hot, no fresh ears, thanks

Asta J.

January 2, 2020

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Burnley by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Burnley?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Burnley start from $11. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Burnley?
The average bus travel time from Manchester to Burnley is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 35 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Burnley route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Burnley?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Burnley at 5:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Burnley?
A bus trip from Manchester to Burnley generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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$8

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$8

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$8

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$8

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$8

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$8

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$8

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$8

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Burnley was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Burnley, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $23 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Burnley based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2026-01-17.