🚌 Bus from Accrington to Manchester City Centre
2 direct routes · about 130 min · first bus 07:35, last bus 11:00 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 540 | National Express | ~130 min | 3 | 07:35 | 11:00 | Bus Station (Stand 4) |
| X41 | The Blackburn Bus Company | ~96 min | 2 | 06:10 | 06:55 | Bus Station (Stand 8) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Accrington on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Accrington to Manchester City Centre?
2 routes run directly from Accrington to Manchester City Centre: the 540 (National Express), the X41 (The Blackburn Bus Company).
How long does the bus take from Accrington to Manchester City Centre?
Around 130 minutes on the 540, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Accrington to Manchester City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 540) leaves around 07:35 and the last around 11:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Accrington to Manchester City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.