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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Burnley
Showing times and prices for 19 Jun
Cheapest price
17S$
Average price
17S$
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
35 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Burnley will cost around 17S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 17S$.
Fast trains
Of the 7 trains that leave Manchester for Burnley every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:03 PM0h47Manchester4:50 PMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes- 9:03 AM0h44Manchester9:47 AMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes
- 6:03 AM0h46Manchester6:49 AMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes
- 8:03 PM0h44Manchester8:47 PMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes
- 5:03 PM0h46Manchester5:49 PMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes
- 8:03 PM0h44Manchester8:47 PMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes
- 9:03 AM0h44Manchester9:47 AMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes
- 6:03 PM0h46Manchester6:49 PMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes
- 7:03 AM0h46Manchester7:49 AMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes
- 6:03 AM0h46Manchester6:49 AMBurnley17 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Burnley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 7S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 7S$, and a train costs an average of 8S$.
Distance: 35 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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16S$ Average Price | 8S$ Average Price Cheapest |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Burnley train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Burnley trains for today, Thursday, 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:03 PM Manchester | 0h46 | 11:49 PM Burnley | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 19 June | |||||
| 6:03 AM Manchester | 0h46 | 6:49 AM Burnley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:03 AM Manchester | 0h46 | 7:49 AM Burnley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:03 AM Manchester | 0h44 | 9:47 AM Burnley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:03 PM Manchester | 0h47 | 4:50 PM Burnley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:03 PM Manchester | 0h46 | 5:49 PM Burnley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:03 PM Manchester | 0h46 | 6:49 PM Burnley | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Manchester to Burnley trains with Omio?
Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Manchester to Burnley.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester to Burnley.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Burnley.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester to Burnley.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Burnley.
How far in advance should I book train tickets from Manchester to Burnley?
The best time to book your train from Manchester to Burnley is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Manchester to Burnley route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Manchester to Burnley per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Manchester to Burnley.
Trains
from 15S$Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Burnley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Burnley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 8S$ but you can travel from only 7S$ by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 44m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 7S$
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price 8S$ |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 3:59 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 7S$
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Burnley trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Burnley from 7S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
44m
Cheapest Price
8S$
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
44m
Cheapest Price
8S$
Northern Trains Limited frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Manchester to Burnley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Burnley by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Burnley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Burnley can start from as little as 8S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Burnley is 16S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Manchester to Burnley is 44m to travel the 35 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Manchester to Burnley leaves at 3:59 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Manchester to Burnley leaves at 11:55 pm.
Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Manchester to Burnley with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Manchester to Burnley, you can count on Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited for the best way to get you to Burnley. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Manchester and Burnley and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Burnley from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 44m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Burnley is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Burnley including taking a train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Burnley
Manchester
Burnley
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Victoria for your trip from Manchester to Burnley.
Manchester Victoria
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Manchester Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Manchester Oxford Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
The major train station for arrivals in Burnley is Burnley Manchester Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burnley Manchester Road for your journey to Burnley from Manchester.
Burnley Manchester Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Address
Burnley Manchester Road station, Manchester Road, Burnley Manchester Road, Lancashire, BB11 1JZTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:45 - 21:45 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via the ramps
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: ACCESSIBLE TOILET AVAILABLE DURING TICKET OFFICE HOURS
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Burnley Manchester Road
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Entrance to Station Car Park on Halstead St
Rose Grove
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, Access to platform is down 34 steps with rest platform and handrail
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Rose Grove
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Accrington Road (A679) near to traffic lights
Burnley Central
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 13:30 Saturday,Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from car park up 20 metre ramp or up 4 steps. 25 mm brick lip at base of ramp. Access from Railway Street up 18 steps with rest platform and handrail
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Burnley Central
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Curzon St adjacent to Railway Bridge
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