172
Newton Heath ↔ Chorlton Bus Times
SATURDAY · 17 services06:34 — 22:04
The 172 bus runs between Newton Heath and Chorlton, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 81 stops. Overcast and 16°C expected for the next bus at 09:50. Mild enough, though a light layer won't hurt.
Number 172 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
Newton HeathClayton BridgeDroylsdenSunny Bank ParkClaytonOpenshawHigher OpenshawGortonRyder BrowBelle VueCrowcroft ParkLevenshulmeBurnageGreen EndDidsburyWest DidsburyChorltonArrowfield EstateChorltonville
Where does the 172 bus stop?
The 172 serves 81 stops passing through Newton Heath, Clayton Bridge, Droylsden, Sunny Bank Park, Clayton, Openshaw, Higher Openshaw, Gorton, Ryder Brow, Belle Vue, Crowcroft Park, Levenshulme, Burnage, Green End, Didsbury, West Didsbury, Chorlton, Arrowfield Estate and Chorltonville. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 172 run on weekends?
Yes, the 172 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 172?
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 172 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 172. 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 25 Jan 2026 to 25 Jan 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 81 bus stops across 19 areas.