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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Burnley is to train via Whifflet which costs £40 - £80 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Burnley is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at St James Street via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Burnley?

The distance between Motherwell and Burnley is 202 miles. The road distance is 178.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Burnley without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Motherwell to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Burnley bus from?

Motherwell to Burnley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Burnley train from?

Motherwell to Burnley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Motherwell to Burnley?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Burnley is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 152 bus, which costs and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Motherwell to Burnley bus arrive?

Motherwell to Burnley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Motherwell to Burnley train arrive?

Motherwell to Burnley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Burnley is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Motherwell to Burnley.

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

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Where can I stay near Burnley?

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There are 5 ways to get from Motherwell to Burnley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Motherwell to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain Blackpool North - York / ...
3h 24m
£39–122
Bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St James Streetbus 152
7h 15m
Drive 177.1 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Burnleycar 177.1 mi
3h 8m
£44–63
Fly, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain
7h 8m
£66–181
Train via Whifflet
1. Take the train from Whifflet to Prestontrain Southbound
2. Take the train from Preston to Burnley Centraltrain Preston - Colne / ...
5h 37m
£42–80

Motherwell to Burnley by train

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Distance: 201.3 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Burnley, England?

You can take a train from Motherwell to Burnley Manchester Road via Preston in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to St James Street via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 15m.

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