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Science and Industry Museum
Major museum on Manchester’s industrial heritage, science, engineering, and transport, set on the historic Liverpool Road site.
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burscough to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burscough to Manchester will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burscough for Manchester on Sun, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burscough to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 17m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.99 (€-2.46). The journey takes 1h 3m versus 1h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Burscough to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Major museum on Manchester’s industrial heritage, science, engineering, and transport, set on the historic Liverpool Road site.
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Historic canalside area with Roman origins, warehouses, waterside walks, and one of the city’s most scenic urban settings.
Important civic square framed by major buildings and transport links, often used as a central point for exploring the city.
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Moderate by UK standards. Budget food is easy to find, but hotels and central dining cost more.
Service charge may be added in restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxis. Tipping is not expected for pubs or counter service.
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Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester -> St Peter's Square, Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burscough to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Burscough to Manchester trains use the Burscough Bridge to Manchester Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Victoria. Use this guide to compare Burscough and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Burscough Bridge is 1 km from Burscough city centre. Public transport options include:
Burscough Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burscough Bridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burscough Bridge: Parking.
Available at Burscough Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burscough Bridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Wigan/Manchester platform: step free access down 40 metre slope from Station Approach or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. Southport platform: step free access from side road or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. This station is not recommended for the severely mobility impaired due to the low height of the platform causing a high step onto the train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Burscough Junction is 1 km from Burscough city centre. Public transport options include:
Burscough Junction has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burscough Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burscough Junction: Parking.
Available at Burscough Junction: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burscough Junction: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Level Access from Junction Lane, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
New Lane is 2 km from Burscough city centre. Public transport options include:
New Lane has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Lane: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Lane: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Acess to Southport platform : from New Lane level access up a 5 metre ramp. Wigan platform : from New Lane up a 5 metre ramp, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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