Travel and Transport

Your route to success is within easy reach.

Wherever you live in the North West and whatever transport method you choose, we can support you in finding the best route into College, advise on parking or bicycle hire/storage and help you apply for free or subsidised transport when eligible (conditions apply).

Find your ideal bus or train route here:

School Leaver

We can support you in finding the best route and check if you are eligible for free or subsidised transport (conditions apply).

If your bus or train times do not line up exactly with your timetable, you can make the most of your time on campus with free breakfast or independent study in one of our Active Learning Zones.

1. What free college bus routes are available?

We run four free college bus routes for school leavers during term time.

*Please note that services are subject to changes by Transdev, please check their website for the latest updates.

120 Craven & Pendle

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121 Ribble Valley

122 Blackburn

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123 Hyndburn

If no free college bus runs near you, you may be able to buy a student bus pass through Burnley College.

For more information, contact Student Support.

*Please note that prices are subject to change.

Lancashire

Bus passes are available for Transdev services* throughout Lancashire. Your college, evening and weekend bus travel will be covered on your bus pass.

*If you live in an area not served by Transdev, such as Fence, Rosehill or Sabden, we will help you to purchase a Lancashire County Council bus pass.

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Yorkshire

You will be able to purchase a First Bus pass, which can also be used at evenings and weekends.

Cost: £60 per term when purchased through Burnley College
Prices are subject to change.

If you travel from Lancashire

Bus passes are available for Transdev services throughout Lancashire.

If you live in an area not served by Transdev, such as Fence, Rosehill or Sabden, we will help you buy a Lancashire County Council bus pass instead.

If you travel from Yorkshire

You can buy a First Bus pass, which can also be used on evenings and weekends.

Burnley is well connected by rail, with Burnley Central Station just minutes from campus and Burnley Manchester Road Station nearby.

A 16–25 Saver Railcard can save you up to one third on most fares and costs £35** for one year.

You may be eligible for a travel grant in some circumstances.

To qualify:

For more information, contact Student Support.

**Prices subject to change.

  1. New students will receive instructions in their enrolment pack
  2. Returning students will be emailed with renewal information
  3. Contact Student Support if you need help

Need help planning your journey?

Our Student Support team can help you find the best route to Burnley College and check whether you qualify for travel support.

Email Student Support: s.support@burnley.ac.uk

University Student

Our impressive town centre Campus is within easy reach of public transport links and the North West’s motorway network and cycle routes.

By Car/Bike

There are several secure town centre car parks, situated just a couple of minutes’ walk from our Campus. A strictly limited number of day-time car park spaces are also available on application.

Free parking for all Learners is available on the College car park after 5pm.

There are secure bike lockers on Campus available for all learners for a fully-refundable deposit.

By Bus/Train

Selected Transdev services stop on Princess Way next to Burnley College.

We are situated within walking distance of:

Find your ideal route:

On foot

Safe pedestrian routes into the town centre are easily accessible from College.

Support with travel

We can support you in finding the best route into College.

You may be entitled to free or subsidised travel costs depending on your household income. If you think you may qualify, please contact our team.

he.support@burnley.ac.uk

The BCUC Bursary (available to full-time students) offers an option of cash which you can use to cover public transport or car parking costs.

Adult Learner

Our impressive town centre Campus is within easy reach of public transport links and the North West’s motorway network and cycle routes.

By Car/Bike

Free parking for all Learners is available on the College car park after 5pm.

There are secure bike lockers on Campus available for all learners. A fully-refundable deposit is required.

By Bus/Train

Selected Transdev services stop on Princess Way next to Burnley College.

We are situated within walking distance of:

Find your ideal route:

On foot

Safe pedestrian routes into the town centre are easily accessible from College.

Support with travel

We can support you in finding the best route into College. Contact our Student Services team: s.services@burnley.ac.uk

You may be entitled to free or subsidised meals and travel costs depending on your household income. If you think you may qualify, please contact our support team: s.support@burnley.ac.uk