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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Stafford is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Stafford is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Stafford?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Stafford via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Burnley to Stafford?

The distance between Burnley and Stafford is 98 miles. The road distance is 83.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Burnley to Stafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Stafford train from?

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

Where does the Burnley to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Stafford is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Burnley to Stafford.

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

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Where can I stay near Stafford?

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Burnley to Stafford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Staffordtrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 29m
£35–61
Drive 82.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Staffordcar 82.9 mi
1h 38m
£21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Staffordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 49m
£23–45
Train via Wigan
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Wigan Wallgatetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Staffordtrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 16m
£39–65

Burnley to Stafford by train

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Distance: 97.9 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Stafford via Preston in around 2h 29m.

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