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What is the best way to travel from Cardiff to Burnley?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights for the journey to Burnley from Cardiff. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 40m
£35
£37
4
Train
4h 46m
£105
£105
3
Flight
3h 5m
£51
£192
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What is the cheapest way to reach Burnley from Cardiff?

You can get to Burnley with just £35 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £35
tomorrow
from £92
Friday
from £35
Saturday
from £35
Sunday
from £64
Monday
from £61
Tuesday

    Cheapest Buses today

  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    13:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    23:45
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    11h 7m
    0
    12:38
    Cardiff
    University
    23:45
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    11h 57m
    0
    08:08
    Cardiff
    University
    20:05
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    11:25
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:05
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • Cheapest Flights today

  • Ryanair
    8h 30m
    0
    06:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    14:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £51
  • Ryanair
    10h 45m
    0
    12:30
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £58
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 55m
    0
    11:50
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    19:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £77
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £169

    Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Jet2.com
    10h 25m
    0
    09:30
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    19:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £92
  • Jet2.com
    8h 45m
    0
    08:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    16:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £99
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 50m
    0
    09:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    18:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £127
  • EasyJet Airline
    9h 45m
    0
    07:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    17:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £128

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    10:00
    Cardiff
    University
    20:35
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    13:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    23:45
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    9h 25m
    0
    11:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    11h 22m
    0
    12:23
    Cardiff
    University
    23:45
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    15h 50m
    0
    06:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £77
  • Jet2.com
    6h 45m
    0
    06:55
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:40
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £149
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 45m
    0
    11:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    18:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £156
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 0m
    0
    12:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    16:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £174

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    10:00
    Cardiff
    University
    20:05
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    12:50
    Cardiff
    University
    23:30
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    9h 45m
    0
    13:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    23:30
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    11:25
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:05
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 50m
    0
    17:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £77
  • Jet2.com
    7h 35m
    0
    09:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    17:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £79
  • Ryanair
    4h 0m
    0
    19:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £92
  • Jet2.com
    5h 40m
    0
    09:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    15:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £99
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Transport for Wales
    4h 46m
    0
    04:35
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    09:21
    Burnley
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £105
  • Transport for Wales
    5h 44m
    0
    04:35
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    10:19
    Burnley
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £105
  • Transport for Wales
    5h 30m
    0
    05:49
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    11:19
    Burnley
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £105

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    11h 35m
    0
    10:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £64
  • Jet2.com
    25h 20m
    0
    10:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    11:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £70
  • Ryanair
    12h 55m
    0
    19:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    08:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £97
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 15m
    0
    07:55
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    14:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £102

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    25h 25m
    0
    06:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    08:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £61
  • Ryanair
    13h 30m
    0
    07:30
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £73
  • Ryanair
    5h 10m
    0
    07:30
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:40
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £96
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 20m
    0
    08:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:40
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £101

What are the fastest trips from Cardiff to Burnley?

You can get to Burnley from Cardiff in just 3h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 3h 30m
tomorrow
from 8h 45m
Friday
from 4h 0m
Saturday
from 4h 0m
Sunday
from 3h 5m
Monday
from 4h 20m
Tuesday

    Fastest Flights today

  • Eastern Airways
    3h 30m
    0
    06:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    09:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £407
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £169
  • Eastern Airways
    3h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    09:55
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £406
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 20m
    0
    08:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:40
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £203
  • Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    11:25
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:05
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    13:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    23:45
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    11h 7m
    0
    12:38
    Cardiff
    University
    23:45
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    11h 57m
    0
    08:08
    Cardiff
    University
    20:05
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • Jet2.com
    8h 45m
    0
    08:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    16:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £99
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 50m
    0
    09:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    18:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £127
  • EasyJet Airline
    9h 45m
    0
    07:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    17:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £128
  • Ryanair
    9h 50m
    0
    22:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £137

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 0m
    0
    12:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    16:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £174
  • Jet2.com
    6h 45m
    0
    06:55
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:40
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £149
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 45m
    0
    11:45
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    18:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £156
  • Ryanair
    15h 50m
    0
    06:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £77
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    9h 25m
    0
    11:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    13:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    23:45
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    10:00
    Cardiff
    University
    20:35
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    11h 22m
    0
    12:23
    Cardiff
    University
    23:45
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    4h 0m
    0
    19:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £92
  • Ryanair
    4h 0m
    0
    06:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    10:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £114
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 50m
    0
    17:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £77
  • Jet2.com
    5h 40m
    0
    09:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    15:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £99
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Transport for Wales
    4h 46m
    0
    04:35
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    09:21
    Burnley
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £105
  • Transport for Wales
    5h 30m
    0
    05:49
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    11:19
    Burnley
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £105
  • Transport for Wales
    5h 44m
    0
    04:35
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    10:19
    Burnley
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £105
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    11:25
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    20:05
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    9h 45m
    0
    13:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    23:30
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    10:00
    Cardiff
    University
    20:05
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    12:50
    Cardiff
    University
    23:30
    Burnley
    Bus Stop
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 5m
    0
    18:05
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:10
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £171
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 45m
    0
    12:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    16:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £180
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 15m
    0
    07:55
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    14:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £102
  • Eastern Airways
    8h 15m
    0
    13:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from £341

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 20m
    0
    08:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:40
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £101
  • Ryanair
    5h 10m
    0
    07:30
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:40
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £96
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 40m
    0
    07:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £114
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    12h 55m
    0
    19:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    08:05
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £189
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cardiff to Burnley

What are the most popular stations in Cardiff and Burnley?

In Cardiff, you will usually depart from Central Station, Bus Interchange or National Museum, while in Burnley you will be arriving at Barracks Station, Bus Stop or The Summit Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Burnley from Cardiff? With 10 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cardiff and Burnley, you can pay as low as £35 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Burnley in just 3h 5m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cardiff and Burnley are National Express, Ryanair and EasyJet Airline, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cardiff and Burnley is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Newlyn or to Brierfield, and look at flights from Cardiff Airport, and landing at Leeds Bradford Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cardiff to Burnley?

The most popular companies between Cardiff and Burnley, are National Express, Ryanair and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Transport for Wales

Airlines: Ryanair, EasyJet Airline, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Cardiff to Burnley

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cardiff to Burnley. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cardiff to Burnley

How can I reach Burnley from Cardiff?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Burnley from Cardiff.

How far is Burnley from Cardiff?

The distance between Cardiff and Burnley is 264.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cardiff and Burnley?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 65 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cardiff to Burnley?

You can get to Burnley with just £35 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Burnley in just 3h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Cardiff and to Burnley

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cardiff and to Burnley. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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