How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Burnley?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Burnley start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Burnley?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Burnley is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 44m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Burnley route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Manchester to Burnley departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:46.

Train Manchester to Burnley from £15

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Burnley on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:04	Manchester Victoria	44m	09:48	Burnley Manchester Road	CheapestFastest
Train	15:04	Manchester Victoria	44m	15:48	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	16:04	Manchester Victoria	46m	16:50	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	17:04	Manchester Victoria	44m	17:48	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	08:17	Manchester Airport	1h 31m	09:48	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Burnley on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:04	Manchester Victoria	46m	07:50	Burnley Manchester Road	Cheapest
Train	09:04	Manchester Victoria	44m	09:48	Burnley Manchester Road	Fastest
Train	08:04	Manchester Victoria	46m	08:50	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	15:04	Manchester Victoria	44m	15:48	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	16:04	Manchester Victoria	46m	16:50	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Burnley on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:33	Manchester Victoria	52m	09:25	Burnley Manchester Road	CheapestFastest
Train	08:56	Manchester Victoria	1h 20m	10:16	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	10:00	Manchester Victoria	54m	10:54	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	10:54	Manchester Victoria	1h 7m	12:01	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	12:00	Manchester Victoria	54m	12:54	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Burnley on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Manchester Victoria	46m	07:49	Burnley Manchester Road	Cheapest
Train	09:03	Manchester Victoria	44m	09:47	Burnley Manchester Road	Fastest
Train	08:04	Manchester Victoria	46m	08:50	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	15:03	Manchester Victoria	44m	15:47	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	16:03	Manchester Victoria	47m	16:50	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Burnley on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Manchester Victoria	46m	07:49	Burnley Manchester Road	Cheapest
Train	09:03	Manchester Victoria	44m	09:47	Burnley Manchester Road	Fastest
Train	08:04	Manchester Victoria	46m	08:50	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	15:03	Manchester Victoria	44m	15:47	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	16:03	Manchester Victoria	47m	16:50	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 07:26 GMT.

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 - £12	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £34	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £16

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Burnley by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Burnley?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Burnley start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Burnley?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Burnley is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 44m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Burnley route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Burnley?
The earliest train from Manchester to Burnley departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:46.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Burnley was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

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

You can expect to pay from £15 to £32 for a train ticket from Manchester to Burnley based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-15.