526
526 Bus Times – Bolton ↔ Barrow Bridge
11:30
1 minBarrow Bridge Term.. 11:5112:30
61 minBarrow Bridge Term.. 12:5113:30
121 minBarrow Bridge Term.. 13:5114:30
181 minBarrow Bridge Term.. 14:5115:30
241 minBarrow Bridge Term.. 15:5316:30
301 minBarrow Bridge Term.. 16:51SATURDAY · 14 services07:30 — 22:18
The 526 bus runs between Bolton and Barrow Bridge, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 27 stops.
Number 526 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
BoltonHalliwellSmithillsBarrow BridgeDoffcocker
Where does the 526 bus stop?
The 526 serves 27 stops passing through Bolton, Halliwell, Smithills, Barrow Bridge and Doffcocker. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 526 run on weekends?
Yes, the 526 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 526?
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 526 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 526. 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 24 May 2026 to 30 Aug 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 05 Aug 2026
This route serves 27 bus stops across 5 areas.