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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Salford Crescent | Burnley Manchester Road | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Salford Crescent | Burnley Manchester Road | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Salford Crescent | Burnley Manchester Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Salford Crescent | Burnley Manchester Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Salford Crescent | Burnley Manchester Road | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salford to Burnley
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Burnley. The journey takes about 57 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 436
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salford to Burnley 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 Salford to Burnley?
The cheapest train tickets from Salford to Burnley start from R 436. The average price for this train route is around R 439. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salford to Burnley?
The average train journey time from Salford to Burnley is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 34 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Salford to Burnley route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salford to Burnley?
The earliest train from Salford to Burnley departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 17:22.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salford to Burnley was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 414To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salford to Burnley as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 414 to R 443 for a train ticket from Salford to Burnley based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 425, which is on 2026-01-29.
