Burnley, Lancashire to Bolton, Greater Manchester from $7: 6 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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$7 by trainBest price

25.4 kmDistance

33m Fastest

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Train

Contact phone

+44 800 200 6060

Website

https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/

Train from Burnley Manchester Road to Blackburn

Average Duration

17m

Estimated price

$5-7

Train from Blackburn to Bolton

Average Duration

29m

Estimated price

$2-3

Bus

Contact phone

+44 1706 390520

Website

https://transdevbus.co.uk

Bus from Bus Station to Bury Interchange

Average Duration

1h 9m

Estimated price

$0-0

Contact phone

+44 161 244 1000

Website

https://tfgm.com/

Bus from Bury Interchange to Shiffnall Street

Average Duration

26m

Estimated price

$0-0

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Other from Burnley to Bolton

Average Duration

33m

Estimated price

$60-75

Burnley to Bolton: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Burnley and Bolton offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Embark on a scenic journey from Burnley to Bolton, covering a distance of approximately 35.4 km. With an estimated driving time of just 33 minutes, you'll reach your destination swiftly. 💷 Enjoy the flexibility of pricing options ranging from £6 to £9 for the trip by car.

Average price

£5 - £9

🚆 Starting from Burnley Manchester Road, the train journey to Bolton via Blackburn takes approximately 1h 12m with a transfer included. Northern Rail operates the services for this route. 🚆 The travel distance between Burnley and Bolton is around 40.3 km, with prices varying from £6 to £8 for the train ticket. There are multiple routes with transfers at different stations such as Blackburn and Preston before reaching Bolton.

Departure Point

Burnley Manchester Road station

Arrival Point

Bolton station

🚌 Despite there being no direct bus from Burnley to Bolton, travelers can make the journey in approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes with transfers at Bury Interchange. The buses are operated by Rosso and Bee Network. 🚌 For those looking to travel from Burnley to Bolton with a transfer in Preston City Centre, the overall journey time is around 2 hours and 10 minutes covering a distance of 42.4 km. The Blackburn Bus Company operates the first leg from Burnley to Blackburn, with the second leg to Bolton also being serviced by the same company. 🚌 Another route option involves a transfer in Manchester City Centre, taking 2 hours and 7 minutes to reach Bolton from Burnley. Travelers can expect a scenic journey of 48.4 km with services provided by Transdev and Bee Network for the two legs of the trip.

Departure Point

Bus Station

Arrival Point

Shiffnall Street station

Useful tips for bus travellers

• Always check the schedule beforehand as there are multiple routes and operators; you can find the latest bus times for Transdev at transdev.com and for Rosso at transdevbus.co.uk

• When departing from Burnley Bus Station, ensure you're aware of your transfer point; buses traveling towards Manchester City Centre (like the X43) will take you to Rawtenstall, where you'll switch to a Bury-bound bus.

• Upon arriving at Shiffnall Street in Bolton, be prepared for a bustling area; the bus stops are well-signed, but if you need to navigate further, the Bolton Interchange can provide taxi services and connections to local transport, so trust the signs or ask staff for assistance.