How to travel from Blackpool to Burnley

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Compare bus and train for Blackpool to Burnley

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, while a train costs an average of $27.

Distance: 33 miles (54 km)

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$27

Average price

Cheapest

$15

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

57m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Northern Rail

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Your own car or car rental

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The cheapest way to travel from Blackpool to Burnley is a train with an average price of $15.
The fastest way to travel from Blackpool to Burnley is by train with an average journey time of 1h 31m.

Other travel options to Burnley take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Blackpool and Burnley including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Blackpool to Burnley among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $15 compared to roughly $15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.72. The journey takes 1h 1m versus 57m 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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from Blackpool to Burnley

How to get from Blackpool to Burnley by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Blackpool to Burnley is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern Trains Limited
    9:18 AM0h57
    Blackpool
    10:15 AMBurnley
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Northern Trains Limited
    9:18 AM0h57
    Blackpool
    10:15 AMBurnley
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Northern Trains Limited
    9:18 AM0h57
    Blackpool
    10:15 AMBurnley
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Northern Trains Limited
    10:22 AM0h57
    Blackpool
    11:19 AMBurnley
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Trains Limited
    11:18 AM0h58
    Blackpool
    12:16 PMBurnley
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Trains Limited
    12:18 PM0h58
    Blackpool
    1:16 PMBurnley
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Blackpool to Burnley

Travel to Burnley easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Blackpool to Burnley.

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There are 2 options to travel between Blackpool and Burnley including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Blackpool to Burnley is a train with an average price of $15.
The fastest way to travel from Blackpool to Burnley is by train with an average journey time of 1h 31m.

Other travel options to Burnley take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 1m.

The distance from Blackpool to Burnley is approximately 33 miles (54 km).
The average frequency per day from Blackpool to Burnley is:
  • Around 19 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Blackpool and Burnley as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Blackpool to Burnley:
  • Trains mostly depart from Blackpool North (BPN) and arrive in Burnley Manchester Road (BYM).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Blackpool to Burnley, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited to go to Burnley by train.
  • Travel with Blackpool Transport, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire to go to Burnley by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Blackpool to Burnley:
  • 4 direct trains per day with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Omio customers who travel from Blackpool to Burnley often also extend their vacation to go to Manchester, London, Preston, Leeds, Blackburn. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Burnley and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Burnley to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Burnley and its key attractions, including Towneley Hall, Queen Street Mill, and the surrounding countryside, a two to three-day visit is recommended.

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