How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Burnley?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Burnley start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $29. 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 Manchester to Burnley?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Burnley is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 21 miles (34 km). The quickest train can get you there in 44m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Burnley route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Burnley?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Burnley at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Train Manchester to Burnley from $20

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Manchester Victoria	46m	7:50am	Burnley Manchester Road	Cheapest
Train	9:04am	Manchester Victoria	44m	9:48am	Burnley Manchester Road	Fastest
Train	8:04am	Manchester Victoria	46m	8:50am	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	3:04pm	Manchester Victoria	44m	3:48pm	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	4:04pm	Manchester Victoria	46m	4:50pm	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Manchester Victoria	46m	7:50am	Burnley Manchester Road	Cheapest
Train	9:04am	Manchester Victoria	44m	9:48am	Burnley Manchester Road	Fastest
Train	8:04am	Manchester Victoria	46m	8:50am	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	3:04pm	Manchester Victoria	44m	3:48pm	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	4:04pm	Manchester Victoria	46m	4:50pm	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Burnley on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Manchester Victoria	46m	7:50am	Burnley Manchester Road	Cheapest
Train	9:04am	Manchester Victoria	44m	9:48am	Burnley Manchester Road	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Manchester Victoria	46m	7:50am	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	8:04am	Manchester Victoria	46m	8:50am	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags
Train	3:04pm	Manchester Victoria	44m	3:48pm	Burnley Manchester Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:59 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Burnley

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Burnley. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage Duration

22 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $15	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $44	Average Duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

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 $21

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Burnley 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 Manchester to Burnley?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Burnley start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $29. 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 Manchester to Burnley?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Burnley is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 21 miles (34 km). The quickest train can get you there in 44m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Burnley route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Burnley?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Burnley at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/30

$20

12/01

$20

Today

$20

12/03

$20

12/04

$20

12/05

$20

12/06

$20

12/07

$20

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Burnley was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Burnley, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $42 for a train ticket from Manchester to Burnley based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-05.