🚌 Bus from Whalley Range to Piccadilly Gardens
2 direct routes · about 19 min · first bus 05:50, last bus 22:20 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | Bee Network | ~19 min | 56 | 05:50 | 22:20 | Yarburgh Street (nr) |
| 85A | Bee Network | ~19 min | 17 | 07:05 | 22:50 | Yarburgh Street (nr) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Whalley Range 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 Whalley Range to Piccadilly Gardens?
2 routes run directly from Whalley Range to Piccadilly Gardens: the 85 (Bee Network), the 85A (Bee Network).
How long does the bus take from Whalley Range to Piccadilly Gardens?
Around 19 minutes on the 85, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Whalley Range to Piccadilly Gardens?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 85) leaves around 05:50 and the last around 22:20. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Whalley Range to Piccadilly Gardens?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.