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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Burnley is to line 41 bus and bus which costs £5 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Burnley is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Grandale Street and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Burnley?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Burnley is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Burnley without a car is to line 41 bus and bus which takes 1h 49m and costs £5.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Greater Manchester to Burnley, including transfers.

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

Greater Manchester to Burnley bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Grandale Street station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Burnley bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Burnley bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Victoria Rail Station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Burnley is 28 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Burnley.

Where can I stay near Burnley?

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Greater Manchester to Burnley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Burnley by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 41 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics Institutebus X43
1h 49m
£5
Line 41 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
1h 54m
£11–19
Drive 28.2 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Burnleycar 28.2 mi
46 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Burnleytaxi 28.2 mi
46 min
£60–75
Line 111 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Horton Road to Charlotte Streetbus 111
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
2h 53m
£6–9

Greater Manchester to Burnley by bus

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Distance: 27.8 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Grandale Street to Mechanics Institute via Victoria Rail Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 1h 49m.

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