Burnley to Thorne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

53.6 miles 86.2 km · straight line
65.4 miles actual route 105.2 km · driving distance
1h 37min estimated drive time
£10 - £12 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
104° ESE bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Thorne?

The distance from Burnley to Thorne is 53.6 miles (86.2 km) as the crow flies. Thorne is located ESE of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 65.4 miles, taking about 1h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Thorne. 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 Thorne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 37min £10 - £12 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 56min $5–$10* Budget

At 65.4 miles, driving is often the most practical option.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Thorne
53.61°N, 0.96°W
Europe/London
6m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 464.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM