What's the distance between Manchester and Accrington by coach?

The distance between Manchester and Accrington by coach is approximately 20 miles (32 km).

How can I get from Manchester to Accrington without driving?

The best way to go from Manchester to Accrington without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Manchester to Accrington from £5 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Accrington on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	Coach Station	1h 35m	19:50	Accrington	Cheapest
Bus	22:10	Coach Station	1h 20m	23:30	Accrington	Fastest
Bus	18:15	Coach Station	1h 35m	19:50	Accrington	No tags
Bus	22:10	Coach Station	1h 20m	23:30	Accrington	No tags
Bus	17:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	19:50	Accrington	No tags
Bus	17:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	19:50	Accrington	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Accrington on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:45	Coach Station	1h 35m	20:20	Accrington	Cheapest
Bus	22:10	Coach Station	1h 20m	23:30	Accrington	Fastest
Bus	18:45	Coach Station	1h 35m	20:20	Accrington	No tags
Bus	22:10	Coach Station	1h 20m	23:30	Accrington	No tags
Bus	18:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	20:20	Accrington	No tags
Bus	18:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	20:20	Accrington	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Accrington on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	Coach Station	1h 35m	19:50	Accrington	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Coach Station	1h 20m	23:15	Accrington	Fastest
Bus	18:15	Coach Station	1h 35m	19:50	Accrington	No tags
Bus	21:55	Coach Station	1h 20m	23:15	Accrington	No tags
Bus	17:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	19:50	Accrington	No tags
Bus	17:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	19:50	Accrington	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Accrington

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Accrington. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

20 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £14	Average duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £23	Average duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £12	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29708 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £6

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Accrington?

Stops in Manchester

A - Coach Station

B - Manchester Airport

C - Shudehill

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in Accrington

A - Accrington

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Accrington

What's the distance between Manchester and Accrington by coach?
The distance between Manchester and Accrington by coach is approximately 20 miles (32 km).
How can I get from Manchester to Accrington without driving?
The best way to go from Manchester to Accrington without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

£5

12/11

£5

Today

£5

14/11

£5

15/11

£5

16/11

£8

17/11

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Accrington was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of £5

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

You can expect to pay from £5 to £12 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Accrington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Accrington?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 35m	Avg price£6	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 4m	Avg price£17	Daily departures11
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time1h 10m	Avg price£12	Daily departures1