🚌 Bus from Manchester City Centre to Accrington
2 direct routes · about 90 min · first bus 18:50, last bus 22:00 (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 | ~90 min | 3 | 18:50 | 22:00 | Manchester Central Coach Station |
| X41 | The Blackburn Bus Company | ~96 min | 2 | 17:07 | 17:07 | Chorlton Street Coach Station (Stop EZ) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Manchester City Centre 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 Manchester City Centre to Accrington?
2 routes run directly from Manchester City Centre to Accrington: the 540 (National Express), the X41 (The Blackburn Bus Company).
How long does the bus take from Manchester City Centre to Accrington?
Around 90 minutes on the 540, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester City Centre to Accrington?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 540) leaves around 18:50 and the last around 22:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester City Centre to Accrington?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.