The average bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Colne takes 3h 1m and the fastest bus takes 2h 42m. The bus service runs several times per day from Ashton-under-Lyne to Colne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Ashton-under-Lyne and Colne. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ashton-under-Lyne is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Colne at 10:59 PM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly Gardens and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



2h 58m • 3 changes


2h 42m • 3 changes


3h 2m • 3 changes


3h 6m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ashton-under-Lyne to Colne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Colne. However, there are services departing from Cavendish Street station and arriving at Colne Lane station via Piccadilly Gardens station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Colne bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Cavendish Street station.
Ashton-under-Lyne to Colne bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Colne Lane station.
The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Colne is 41.2 km. The road distance is 60 km.
You can take a bus from Cavendish Street to Colne Lane via Piccadilly Gardens, Printworks, and Bus Station in around 3h 6m.