What is the cheapest way to get from Atherton to Burnley?

The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Burnley is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Atherton to Burnley?

The fastest way to get from Atherton to Burnley is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Atherton and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Atherton to Burnley. However, there are services departing from St John Street and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Salford Crescent Rail Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Atherton and Burnley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Atherton and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Atherton to Burnley?

The distance between Atherton and Burnley is 39 miles. The road distance is 25.2 miles.

How do I travel from Atherton to Burnley without a car?

The best way to get from Atherton to Burnley without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £15 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Atherton to Burnley?

The train from Atherton to Burnley Manchester Road takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Atherton to Burnley bus from?

Atherton to Burnley bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from St John Street station.

Where do I catch the Atherton to Burnley train from?

Atherton to Burnley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Atherton station.

Train or bus from Atherton to Burnley?

The best way to get from Atherton to Burnley is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £15 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Atherton to Burnley bus arrive?

Atherton to Burnley bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Salford Crescent Rail Station.

Where does the Atherton to Burnley train arrive?

Atherton to Burnley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Burnley Manchester Road station.

Can I drive from Atherton to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Atherton to Burnley is 25 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Atherton to Burnley.

How do I get a train ticket from Atherton to Burnley?

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There are 4 ways to get from Atherton to Burnley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Atherton to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
1h 13m
£15–28
Drive 25.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Atherton to Burnleycar 25.1 mi
49 min
£7–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from St John Street to Salford Crescent Rail Stationbus V2
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics Institutebus X43
2h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Atherton to Burnleytaxi 25.1 mi
49 min
£50–65

Atherton to Burnley by train

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Distance: 38.4 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Atherton, England and Burnley, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Atherton to Burnley Manchester Road hourly. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St John Street to Mechanics Institute via Salford Crescent Rail Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 21m.

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