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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley station to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market Street via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Atherton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Atherton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Burnley to Atherton?

The distance between Burnley and Atherton is 39 miles. The road distance is 25.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Atherton without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £15 - £28.

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

The train from Burnley Manchester Road to Atherton takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Atherton bus from?

Burnley to Atherton bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Atherton train from?

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

Train or bus from Burnley to Atherton?

The best way to get from Burnley to Atherton is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £15 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Burnley to Atherton bus arrive?

Burnley to Atherton bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Atherton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Atherton?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Athertontrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
1h 19m
£15–28
Drive 25.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Athertoncar 25.1 mi
49 min
£7–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Market Streetbus V2
2h 30m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Athertontaxi 25.1 mi
49 min
£50–65

Burnley to Atherton by train

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Distance: 38.5 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Atherton hourly. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Market Street via Shudehill Interchange and St Peter's Square in around 2h 30m.

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