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Salford to Burnley Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are usually 13 daily train trips available from Salford to Burnley. Traveling by train from Salford to Burnley usually takes one hour and 6 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in 50 minutes.

Distance21 mi (34 km)
Fastest train0h 50m
Lowest priceCA$22.98
Trains per day20
Most frequent serviceNorthern Rail
Train lines1

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Which train should you take from Salford to Burnley?

Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Salford to Burnley. However, there are 13 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Northern Rail131h 6mCA$26.50
  • Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Salford to Burnley

The distance between Salford and Burnley is approximately 21 miles, or 34 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 6 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 50 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Burnley.

Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Salford to Burnley. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Salford at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 13 scheduled trains on most days. 20 of these are direct connections to Burnley. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Salford?

Main departure station: Salford Crescent

There are two stations in Salford where you can board the train to Burnley.

All train stations in Salford:

  • Salford Crescent

  • Salford Central

Where is the train station in Burnley?

Main arrival station: Rose Grove Station

Burnley receives travelers from Salford at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Burnley:

  • Rose Grove Station

  • Burnley Manchester Road Station

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