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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Arbroath is to bus which costs £17 - £45 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Arbroath is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from St James Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Arbroath via Preston and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Burnley to Arbroath?

The distance between Burnley and Arbroath is 287 miles. The road distance is 258 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Burnley to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Arbroath bus from?

Burnley to Arbroath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Arbroath train from?

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

Train or bus from Burnley to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Burnley to Arbroath is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Burnley to Arbroath bus arrive?

Burnley to Arbroath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Burnley to Arbroath train arrive?

Burnley to Arbroath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Arbroath is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Burnley to Arbroath.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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Burnley to Arbroath - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Burnley to Arbroath by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to ArbroathEdinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 57m
£42–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to OvergateUk091
8h 59m
£18–42
Drive 256.5 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Arbroath256.5 mi
4h 46m
£64–92
Train, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Arbroath
6h 24m
£102–287
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Cupar
3. Take the train from Cupar to Arbroath
7h 40m
£128–399
Train, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Arbroath
8h 12m
£92–212

Burnley to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 285.6 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Arbroath via Preston and Haymarket in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St James Street to Bus Station via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and High Street in around 8h 59m.

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