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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Trafford is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Trafford is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Parkway via Preston and Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Burnley to Trafford?

The distance between Burnley and Trafford is 29 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Trafford without a car is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Burnley to Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Trafford train from?

Burnley to Trafford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Trafford?

The best way to get from Burnley to Trafford is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Burnley to Trafford train arrive?

Burnley to Trafford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Trafford is 29 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Burnley to Trafford.

Where can I stay near Trafford?

There are 3543+ hotels available in Trafford.

Burnley to Trafford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Burnley to Trafford by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
1h 56m
Drive 28.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Trafford28.7 mi
43 min
£8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to DeansgateBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 3m
£18–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Trafford28.7 mi
43 min
£60–80

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Distance: 28.7 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Trafford, England?

The Burnley Bus Company operates a bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill Interchange every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Parkway via Preston, Deansgate, and Deansgate-Castlefield in around 2h 3m.

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