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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Greenock is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Greenock is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Greenock?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Greenock. However, there are services departing from St James Street and arriving at West Stewart Street via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Greenock?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Greenock West via Preston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Burnley to Greenock?

The distance between Burnley and Greenock is 238 miles. The road distance is 212.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Greenock without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Burnley to Greenock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Greenock bus from?

Burnley to Greenock bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from St James Street station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Greenock train from?

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

Train or bus from Burnley to Greenock?

The best way to get from Burnley to Greenock is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can line 152 bus and bus, which costs and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Burnley to Greenock bus arrive?

Burnley to Greenock bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Burnley to Greenock train arrive?

Burnley to Greenock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Greenock is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Burnley to Greenock.

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

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Where can I stay near Greenock?

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Burnley to Greenock - 7 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Burnley to Greenock 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 Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 14m
£34–133
Line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St James Street to Arrival Stand152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
7h 23m
Drive 211 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Greenock211 mi
3h 44m
£53–76
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Bradford Interchange
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LBA - GLA
6h 50m
£86–203
Line 152 bus, bus via Coach Stn
1. Take the bus from St James Street to Arrival Stand152
2. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Buchanan Bus Station181
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
8h 3m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
6h 58m
£84–191
Train, train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
4. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Greenock West
6h 51m
£98–218

Burnley to Greenock by train

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 236.5 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £16–110 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St James Street to West Stewart Street via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 23m.

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