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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Burnley Manchester Road | Manchester Victoria | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Burnley Manchester Road | Manchester Victoria | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Burnley Manchester Road | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Burnley Manchester Road | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Burnley Manchester Road | Manchester Victoria | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Burnley to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at R 339
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Burnley to Manchester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Burnley to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Burnley to Manchester start from R 339. The average price for this train route is around R 346. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Burnley to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Burnley to Manchester is 1h 7m, covering a distance of 34 km. The quickest train can get you there in 45m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Burnley to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Burnley to Manchester?
The earliest train from Burnley to Manchester departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 23:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Burnley to Manchester was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 321To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Burnley to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 321 to R 606 for a train ticket from Burnley to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 321, which is on 2026-01-27.
