🚌 Bus from Hulme to Manchester City Centre
2 direct routes · about 15 min · first bus 05:13, last bus 23:45 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86 | Bee Network | ~15 min | 138 | 05:13 | 23:45 | Loreto College (o/s) |
| 256 | Bee Network | ~9 min | 52 | 04:53 | 00:09 | Royce Road (adj) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Hulme 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 Hulme to Manchester City Centre?
2 routes run directly from Hulme to Manchester City Centre: the 86 (Bee Network), the 256 (Bee Network).
How long does the bus take from Hulme to Manchester City Centre?
Around 15 minutes on the 86, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Hulme to Manchester City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 86) leaves around 05:13 and the last around 23:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Hulme to Manchester City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.