What is the distance between Bolton and Burnley?

Bolton and Burnley are 18 miles (28 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bolton to Burnley?

If you're headed to Burnley from Bolton, chances are that your bus will depart from Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) and arrive at Burnley Bus Station - Gate 7. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Bolton to Burnley on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20pm	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 15m	8:35pm	Burnley Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel)	1h	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:20pm	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 15m	8:35pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 5m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 5m	11:45pm	Burnley Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Bolton to Burnley

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1h 5mAverage Duration

16 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bolton and Burnley?

Stops in Bolton

A
Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel)
588 Blackburn Road, Bolton BL1
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B
Bolton - Central Bus Station
Central Bus Station A6172, Bolton BL1 1, UK
C
Astley Bridge Bus Stop
501 Blackburn Rd, Bolton BL1 8NW, UK

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

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National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bolton to Burnley by bus

What is the distance between Bolton and Burnley?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bolton to Burnley?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/19

$5

11/20

$5

Today

$5

11/22

$5

11/23

$5

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$5

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$5

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$5

The cheapest trip from Bolton to Burnley was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 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 Bolton to Burnley, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $13 for a bus ticket from Bolton to Burnley based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-22.