Bus from Preston City Centre to Accrington
1 direct route · about 67 min · first and last bus 16:42 (weekdays).
Next buses to Accrington as of 14:58
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Preston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59C | Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire | ~67 min | 1 | weekdays only | 16:42 | 16:42 | Pole Street (Stand I) | Ribblesdale Avenue (opp) | Samlesbury, Mellor Brook, Mellor, Blackburn, West End, Oswaldtwistle & 2 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Preston 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 59C bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Preston City Centre to Accrington?
The 59C (Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire) runs directly from Preston City Centre to Accrington. Board at Pole Street (Stand I) and get off at Ribblesdale Avenue (opp); the journey takes about 67 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Preston City Centre to Accrington?
Around 67 minutes on the 59C, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Samlesbury, Mellor Brook, Mellor, Blackburn and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Preston City Centre to Accrington?
On weekdays the first and last direct bus leaves around 16:42. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Preston City Centre to Accrington?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.