Bus from Lostock (Greater Manchester, near Urmston) to Manchester City Centre
1 direct route · about 38 min · first bus 05:13, last bus 23:46 (weekdays).
Next buses to Manchester City Centre as of 07:22
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Lostock, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 256 | Bee Network | ~38 min | 51 | Sat 46 · Sun 29 | 05:13 | 23:46 | Moss Vale Hotel (opp) | Dickinson Street (Stop SO) | Stretford, Old Trafford & Hulme |
Times are for the first boarding point in Lostock on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 256 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Lostock to Manchester City Centre?
The 256 (Bee Network) runs directly from Lostock to Manchester City Centre. Board at Moss Vale Hotel (opp) and get off at Dickinson Street (Stop SO); the journey takes about 38 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Lostock to Manchester City Centre?
Around 38 minutes on the 256, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Stretford, Old Trafford, Hulme on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Lostock to Manchester City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:13 and the last around 23:46. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Lostock to Manchester City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.