Train from Burnley to Salford: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Burnley to Salford on 2 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
NorthernTrain
Burnley Barracks
Salford CrescentCheapest
NorthernTrain
Burnley Manchester Road
Salford CrescentFastest
NorthernTrain
Burnley Barracks
Salford CrescentNo tags
NorthernTrain
Burnley Manchester Road
Salford CrescentNo tags
NorthernTrain
Burnley Barracks
Salford CrescentNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Burnley to Salford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Salford. The journey takes about 57 minutes and with fares starting at just €5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

145bus per day
57mAverage duration
31 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€5 - €5Average duration57m
1kg CO₂e
Average price€23 - €25Average duration1h 11m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Burnley to Salford by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Burnley to Salford?

    The cheapest train tickets from Burnley to Salford start from €23. The average price for this train route is around €24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Burnley to Salford?

    The average train journey time from Burnley to Salford is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 34 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Northern.

  3. Which train operators serve the Burnley to Salford route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Burnley to Salford?

    The earliest train from Burnley to Salford departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 16:51.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Burnley to Salford was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of €23

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

You can expect to pay from €23 to €24 for a train ticket from Burnley to Salford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €23, which is on 2026-02-02.

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