The average train between Burslem and Manchester takes 1h 7m and the fastest train takes 55 min. There is a train service every few hours from Burslem to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Burslem and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burslem is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Manchester at 11:07 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Burslem to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Burslem station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.
Burslem to Manchester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.
Burslem to Manchester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Burslem to Manchester train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Burslem and Manchester is 48.6 km. The road distance is 65 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £19–28 and the journey takes 40 min. Two other operators also service this route.