197
Manchester City Centre ↔ Stockport Bus Times
Oxford Road, Manchester - Bus Stop Closures
The bus stops on Oxford Road near/opposite Oxford House and All Saints Park are closed due to works taking place.
09:43
10 minStockport Intercha.. 10:2810:13
40 minStockport Intercha.. 11:0710:43
70 minStockport Intercha.. 11:3711:13
100 minStockport Intercha.. 12:0711:43
130 minStockport Intercha.. 12:3712:13
160 minStockport Intercha.. 13:07SATURDAY · 27 services08:13 — 23:01
The 197 bus runs between Manchester City Centre and Stockport, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 43 stops. Overcast and 16°C expected for the next bus at 09:43. Mild enough, though a light layer won't hurt.
Number 197 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
Manchester City CentreChorlton upon MedlockManchester Royal InfirmaryLongsightCrowcroft ParkLevenshulmeBurnageGreen EndHeaton MoorHeaton MerseyStockport
Where does the 197 bus stop?
The 197 serves 43 stops passing through Manchester City Centre, Chorlton upon Medlock, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Longsight, Crowcroft Park, Levenshulme, Burnage, Green End, Heaton Moor, Heaton Mersey and Stockport. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 197 run on weekends?
Yes, the 197 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 197?
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 197 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 197. 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 SIRI-SX for disruption alerts · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: BNML, ABCD, BNVB, BNDB, BNGN, BNSM, BNFM
Valid from 12 Jan 2026 to 13 Apr 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 43 bus stops across 11 areas.