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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.
Distance | 21 mi (34 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 50m |
Lowest price | $16.38 |
Trains per day | 20 |
Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
Train lines | 1 |
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.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Northern Rail | 13 | 1h 6m | $18.89 |
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
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 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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.
All train stations in Burnley:
Rose Grove Station
Burnley Manchester Road Station
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