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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Burnley Barracks | Salford Crescent | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Burnley Manchester Road | Salford Crescent | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Burnley Barracks | Salford Crescent | No tags | ||||
| Train | Burnley Barracks | Salford Crescent | No tags | ||||
| Train | Burnley Manchester Road | Salford Crescent | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Burnley to Salford
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salford. The journey takes about 1 hour 2 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $22
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Burnley to Salford by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Burnley to Salford?
The cheapest train tickets from Burnley to Salford start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Burnley to Salford?
The average train ride duration from Burnley to Salford is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 21 miles (34 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 7m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Burnley to Salford route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Burnley to Salford?
The earliest train departs from Burnley to Salford at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 11:02pm.
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 Salford was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $26To 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 $26 to $27 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 $26 which is on 2025-12-12.
