501
Johnson Fold Estate ↔ Farnworth Bus Times
06:06
55 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 07:0006:36
85 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 07:3007:06
115 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 08:0007:36
145 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 08:3007:57
166 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 08:51SATURDAY · 58 services05:32 — 23:50
The 501 bus runs between Johnson Fold Estate and Farnworth, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 64 stops. Looking like 12°C and clear for the next bus at 05:32. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Number 501 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
Johnson Fold EstateMontserratDelph HillDoffcockerBrownlow FoldBoltonRose HillBurndenGreat LeverRoyal Bolton HospitalHighfieldHarper GreenFarnworthMoses Gate
Where does the 501 bus stop?
The 501 serves 64 stops passing through Johnson Fold Estate, Montserrat, Delph Hill, Doffcocker, Brownlow Fold, Bolton, Rose Hill, Burnden, Great Lever, Royal Bolton Hospital, Highfield, Harper Green, Farnworth and Moses Gate. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 501 run on weekends?
Yes, the 501 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 501?
Subsidised fares for children, older people and disabled people. Discounted and free travel available for young people, older people, disabled people and care leavers.
Does the 501 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 501. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Transport for Greater Manchester to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: BNML, ABCD, BNVB, BNDB, BNGN, BNSM, BNFM
Valid from 04 Jan 2026 to 04 Jan 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 64 bus stops across 14 areas.