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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Burnley

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Burnley from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£24
tomorrow
£25
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
£23
Saturday
£23
Sunday
£24

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 10m 10:00 Cardiff University 20:10 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 9h 30m 13:45 Cardiff Coach Station 23:15 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 10h 25m 12:50 Cardiff University 23:15 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 8h 50m 11:20 Cardiff Coach Station 20:10 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £36

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 32m 09:53 Cardiff University 21:25 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Burnley via Manchester, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 33m
      0
      12:15
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      17:35
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 0h 12m
    • Witchway
      1h 1m
      0
      17:47
      Manchester
      Great Cheetham Street East (Stop B) Coach Station
      18:48
      Burnley
      The Summit Bus Stop
      0
      Witchway
      Basic
      £3
    Travel Time is 4h 59m shorter, and you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 0m 13:35 Cardiff Coach Station 23:35 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 11h 57m 11:38 Cardiff University 23:35 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £25
National Express 10h 40m 10:00 Cardiff University 20:40 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 9h 35m 11:05 Cardiff Coach Station 20:40 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Burnley via Manchester, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 43m
      0
      17:30
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      02:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 0h 16m
    • Witchway
      0h 42m
      0
      02:31
      Manchester
      Great Cheetham Street East (Stop B) Coach Station
      03:13
      Burnley
      The Summit Bus Stop
      0
      Witchway
      Basic
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 8m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 25m 12:50 Cardiff University 23:15 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 10h 10m 10:00 Cardiff University 20:10 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 8h 50m 11:20 Cardiff Coach Station 20:10 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 9h 30m 13:45 Cardiff Coach Station 23:15 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Burnley via Manchester, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 43m
      0
      17:30
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      02:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 0h 16m
    • Witchway
      0h 42m
      0
      02:31
      Manchester
      Great Cheetham Street East (Stop B) Coach Station
      03:13
      Burnley
      The Summit Bus Stop
      0
      Witchway
      Basic
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 53m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 10m 10:00 Cardiff University 20:10 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 9h 30m 13:45 Cardiff Coach Station 23:15 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 10h 25m 12:50 Cardiff University 23:15 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 8h 50m 11:20 Cardiff Coach Station 20:10 Burnley Central Coach Station  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Burnley via Manchester, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      12h 38m
      0
      18:20
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      02:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 4h 6m
    • Witchway
      0h 52m
      0
      06:06
      Manchester
      Great Cheetham Street East (Stop B) Coach Station
      06:58
      Burnley
      The Summit Bus Stop
      0
      Witchway
      Basic
      £3
    Travel time is 3h 48m longer, but you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cardiff to Burnley is £21 on 25/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Burnley

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Burnley are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Cardiff to Burnley. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Cardiff and Burnley.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 coaches from Cardiff to Burnley, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Burnley, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Cardiff to Burnley

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Burnley in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Burnley starting from £21!

Cheapest Bus £21
Fastest Bus 8h 50m
Earliest Coach 10:00
Latest Coach 13:45
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 264.3 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Cardiff to Burnley

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Cardiff for Burnley: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/05
£23
Tuesday 05/05
£25
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
Friday 08/05
£25
Saturday 09/05
£23
Sunday 10/05
£24
Monday 11/05
£25
Tuesday 12/05
£28
Wednesday 13/05
£23
Thursday 14/05
£25
Friday 15/05
£26
Saturday 16/05
£23
Sunday 17/05
£23
Monday 18/05
£25
Tuesday 19/05
£25
Wednesday 20/05
£25
Thursday 21/05
£25
Friday 22/05
£23
Saturday 23/05
£23
Sunday 24/05
£23
Monday 25/05
£21
Tuesday 26/05
£23
Wednesday 27/05
£22
Thursday 28/05
£23
Friday 29/05
£23
Saturday 30/05
£27
Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Burnley

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Burnley, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £21, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cardiff to Burnley. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £23.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Burnley, with £23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £24.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Burnley

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cardiff to Burnley in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cardiff to Burnley, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cardiff to Burnley are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Burnley

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Cardiff and Burnley.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Burnley

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Cardiff to Burnley? Or which bus companies serve the route Cardiff to Burnley? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cardiff to Burnley bus

How much does a Cardiff - Burnley coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cardiff - Burnley bus trip is available from £21 and takes 10h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cardiff to Burnley?

The connection Cardiff to Burnley is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £21 to £36. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Cardiff - Burnley route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cardiff to Burnley is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Burnley from Cardiff take?

The quickest coach from Cardiff to Burnley is provided by National Express and takes 8h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £36. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Burnley?

The earliest bus to Burnley departs from Cardiff at 10:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cardiff to Burnley?

The latest bus to Burnley departs from Cardiff at 13:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cardiff - Burnley route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cardiff to Burnley can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Burnley?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Burnley by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Burnley from Cardiff?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cardiff Burnley bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cardiff Burnley bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cardiff to Burnley on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Cardiff to Burnley?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 3 daily trips between Cardiff and Burnley. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cardiff to Burnley?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Cardiff and Burnley change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cardiff to Burnley

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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