How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Burnley?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Burnley start from £6. The average price for this route is around £9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Burnley?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Burnley is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 22 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Burnley?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Burnley at 17:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.

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

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

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Burnley on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:45	Coach Station	1h 50m	20:35	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:10	Coach Station	1h 35m	23:45	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Coach Station	1h 50m	20:35	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:10	Coach Station	1h 35m	23:45	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 30m	20:35	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Burnley on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	Coach Station	1h 50m	20:05	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:10	Coach Station	1h 35m	23:45	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:15	Coach Station	1h 50m	20:05	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:10	Coach Station	1h 35m	23:45	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 30m	20:05	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage duration

22 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £15	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £34	Average duration1h 32m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Burnley?

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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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
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Burnley

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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,834 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29834 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 Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £6

National Express Manchester Burnley recent customer reviews

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

Asta J.

2 January 2020

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Burnley

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

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Burnley?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Burnley start from £6. The average price for this route is around £9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Burnley?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Burnley is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 22 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Burnley?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Burnley at 17:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Burnley?
A bus journey from Manchester to Burnley produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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

06/01

£5

07/01

£5

Today

£5

09/01

£5

10/01

£5

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£5

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£5

13/01

£5

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Burnley was searched and found on 9 Jan 2026 with a price of £5

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 £5 to £12 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 £5, which is on 2026-01-09.