Bus from Manchester City Centre to Lostock (Greater Manchester, near Urmston)
1 direct route · about 35 min · first bus 05:14, last bus 23:52 (weekdays).
Next buses to Lostock (Greater Manchester, near Urmston) as of 12:10
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Manchester City Centre, 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 | ~35 min | 49 | Sat 43 · Sun 29 | 05:14 | 23:52 | Oxford Street (Stop SV) | Moss Vale Hotel (o/s) | Hulme, Old Trafford & Stretford |
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.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 256 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Manchester City Centre to Lostock?
The 256 (Bee Network) runs directly from Manchester City Centre to Lostock. Board at Oxford Street (Stop SV) and get off at Moss Vale Hotel (o/s); the journey takes about 35 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Manchester City Centre to Lostock?
Around 35 minutes on the 256, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Hulme, Old Trafford, Stretford on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester City Centre to Lostock?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:14 and the last around 23:52. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester City Centre to Lostock?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.