How to get from Rochdale to Burnley by light rail and train?

From Rochdale to Burnley by light rail and train

To get from Rochdale to Burnley in North West, take the PINK LINE light rail from Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink) station to Rochdale Railway Station (Manchester Metrolink) station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Rochdale station to Burnley Manchester Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min.

62min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Burnley
Leaves from Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink)
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PINK LINE
    East Didsbury (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Rochdale Railway Station (Manchester Metrolink)
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rochdale
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Burnley Manchester Road
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Burnley
    Walk to
    Burnley
    0.69 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Rochdale to Burnley by train

Take one direct train from Rochdale to Burnley in North West: take the NORTHERN train from Rochdale station to Burnley Manchester Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 60 min. The ride fare is £12.70.

60min£12.70
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Burnley
Leaves from Rochdale
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rochdale
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Burnley Manchester Road
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to Burnley
    Walk to
    Burnley
    0.69 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rochdale to Burnley
The distance between Rochdale, North West and Burnley, North West is approximately 18.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rochdale to Burnley by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Rochdale

Rochdale is located at Rochdale, North West and the nearest public transport station is Rochdale Interchange.

Bus stations close to Rochdale:

  • Rochdale Interchange
  • The Esplanade
  • Moore Street
Public transport stations close to Burnley, North West

Burnley is located at Burnley, North West and the nearest public transport station is St James Street (Stop 2).

Bus stations close to Burnley:

  • St James Street (Stop 2)
  • St James Street (Stop 3)
  • St James Street (Stop 1)
Related Routes

From Rochdale to Burnley by train

Take one direct train from Rochdale to Burnley in North West: take the NORTHERN train from Rochdale station to Burnley Manchester Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 60 min. The ride fare is £12.70.

60min£12.70
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Burnley
Leaves from Rochdale
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rochdale
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Burnley Manchester Road
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to Burnley
    Walk to
    Burnley
    0.69 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rochdale to Burnley?

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Bus line PINK LINE, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rochdale to Burnley?

    The alternative route takes 60 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Rochdale and Burnley in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 2 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Rochdale to Burnley in North West?

    The PINK LINE light rail line goes from Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink) station near Rochdale to East Didsbury (Manchester Metrolink) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till East Didsbury (Manchester Metrolink) station near Burnley in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Rochdale to Burnley in North West by light rail and train?

    The total travel time between Rochdale and Burnley in North West by light rail and train is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Rochdale to get to Burnley in North West?

    Get on the PINK LINE light rail from the Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink) station near Rochdale in North West.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Rochdale and Burnley in North West?

    Get off the light rail at the East Didsbury (Manchester Metrolink) station, which is closest to Burnley in North West.

  • When is the first train from Rochdale to Burnley in North West?

    The first train from Rochdale to Burnley in North West is Northern. It leaves the Rochdale station at 07:18.

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