What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Burscough?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Burscough is to train which costs £6 - £9 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Burscough?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Burscough is to train which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Burscough?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Burscough. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Platts Lane via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Burscough?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Burscough Bridge. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Burscough?

The distance between Manchester and Burscough is 28 miles. The road distance is 31.4 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Burscough without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Burscough without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Burscough?

The train from Salford Crescent to Burscough Bridge takes 49 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Burscough bus from?

Manchester to Burscough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Burscough train from?

Manchester to Burscough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Salford Crescent station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Burscough?

The best way to get from Manchester to Burscough is to train which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Manchester to Burscough bus arrive?

Manchester to Burscough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Burscough train arrive?

Manchester to Burscough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Burscough Bridge station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Burscough?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Burscough is 31 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Manchester to Burscough.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Burscough?

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Where can I stay near Burscough?

There are 2554+ hotels available in Burscough.

Manchester to Burscough - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Burscough by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Salford Crescent to Burscough Bridgetrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
49 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Platts Lanebus 2A
2h 14m
£10–16
Drive 31.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Burscoughcar 31.2 mi
52 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Burscoughtaxi 31.2 mi
52 min
£65–85
Train via Manchester Victoria
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Burscough Bridgetrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
1h 28m
£14–25

Manchester to Burscough by train

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Distance: 28.1 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Burscough, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Burscough Bridge hourly. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Platts Lane via Bus Station in around 2h 14m.

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