Edinburgh to Burnley by bus
Burnley lies 247 km (154 mi) south of Edinburgh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 41 min including stops, over roughly 301 km (187 mi) of road.
| Edinburgh | Burnley | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 514,990 | 149,422 |
| Elevation | 66 m (217 ft) | 140 m (459 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | EH1–EH9 | BB11 |
Where to book buses from Edinburgh to Burnley
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Staying in Burnley
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Common questions
How far is Burnley from Edinburgh?
247 km (154 mi) in a straight line, south of Edinburgh; by road roughly 301 km (187 mi).
How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Burnley by bus?
About 4 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Edinburgh and Burnley?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.