What is the cheapest way to get from Burnley to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Greater Manchester is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Burnley to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley station to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Horton Road via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Burnley to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Burnley and Greater Manchester is 31 miles. The road distance is 28.5 miles.

How do I travel from Burnley to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Burnley to Greater Manchester without a car is to train and line 41 bus which takes 1h 21m and costs £13 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Burnley to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Burnley to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where does the Burnley to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Greater Manchester is 29 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Burnley to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3640+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Burnley to Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus

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

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Train, line 41 bus
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Manchester Victoriatrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2. Take the bus from Victoria Rail Station to Dagenham Roadbus 41
1h 21m
£13–22
Drive 28.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Greater Manchestercar 28.4 mi
46 min
£7–10
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Horton Roadbus 111
1h 57m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Greater Manchestertaxi 28.4 mi
46 min
£60–75

Burnley to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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1h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.6 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Horton Road via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 57m.

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