Burnley to Lancaster, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

28.6 miles 46.1 km · straight line
46 miles actual route 74 km · driving distance
58min estimated drive time
£7 - £9 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
307° NW bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Lancaster, United Kingdom?

The distance from Burnley to Lancaster, United Kingdom is 28.6 miles (46.1 km) as the crow flies. Lancaster, United Kingdom is located NW of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 46 miles, taking about 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burnley and Lancaster, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Burnley to Lancaster, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 58min £7 - £9 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Lancaster, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Lancaster, United Kingdom
54.05°N, 2.80°W
Europe/London
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 869.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM