Is there a way to reach Manchester from Accrington without a car?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. The two options are easy and eco-friendly ways to reach Manchester. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Accrington to Manchester?

Traveling from Accrington to Manchester takes around 1h 55m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 20 miles (32 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Accrington and Manchester?

The distance between the two cities is 20 miles (32 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Accrington to Manchester?

If you're headed to Manchester from Accrington, chances are that your bus will depart from Accrington and arrive at Manchester Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the cheapest way to get from Accrington to Manchester?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. With prices starting at $8, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Accrington to Manchester?

The average bus ticket price from Accrington to Manchester is $12. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $8 and $18, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Can you do a day trip from Accrington to Manchester?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Accrington to Manchester. The round-trip travel time is around 3h. So you'll have enough time to visit Manchester before returning to Accrington in the evening.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Manchester City Football Club, National Football Museum, Chester Zoo, Sightseeing Manchester and Robinsons Brewery Visitor Centre.

Accrington to Manchester Bus Tickets

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from $9

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 8:25am
Departure city: Accrington
Departure location: Accrington
Arrival time: April 26 at 9:55am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 8:25am
Departure city: Accrington
Departure location: Accrington
Arrival time: April 26 at 9:55am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 10:35am
Departure city: Accrington
Departure location: Accrington
Arrival time: April 26 at 12:25pm
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 50m
Departure time: April 26 at 10:35am
Departure city: Accrington
Departure location: Accrington
Arrival time: April 26 at 12:25pm
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 50m
Departure time: April 26 at 8:25am
Departure city: Accrington
Departure location: Accrington
Arrival time: April 26 at 11:45am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 20m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Accrington to Manchester.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $18	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$21 - $31	Average Duration1h 6m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Accrington to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

$8Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Accrington to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$12

Average bus trip duration1h 55m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure8:00am

Distance20 miles (32 km)

Latest bus departure10:35am

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National Express

4/529,148 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

Accrington to Manchester Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Accrington and Manchester?

Stops in Accrington

A - Accrington

Stops in Manchester

A - Manchester Airport

B - Coach Station

C - Shudehill

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Accrington - Manchester

Is there a way to reach Manchester from Accrington without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Accrington to Manchester?
What is the distance between Accrington and Manchester?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Accrington to Manchester?
What is the cheapest way to get from Accrington to Manchester?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Accrington to Manchester?
Can you do a day trip from Accrington to Manchester?
What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/23

$9

04/24

$8

Today

$9

04/26

$9

04/27

$9

04/28

$6

04/29

$6

04/30

$6

The cheapest trip from Accrington to Manchester was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Accrington to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $25 for a bus ticket from Accrington to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-04-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Accrington and Manchester!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Accrington to Manchester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Accrington to Manchester that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Accrington to Manchester.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Accrington by bus?

Bus from Accrington to Manchester

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