216
Piccadilly Gardens ↔ Stalybridge Bus Times
Armentieres Square/Trinity Street, Stalybridge - Roadworks
A one-way closure is in place on Armentieres Square and Trinity Street, whilst Market street is closed in both directions. During this time, bus services are on diversion.
Bus Service Change - 216
From 19 July to 29 August, we are making minor changes to the times of Monday to Friday journeys during the quieter summer period until the end of August.
SATURDAY · 79 services00:11 — 23:11
The 216 bus runs between Piccadilly Gardens and Stalybridge, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 44 stops. Overcast and 16°C expected for the next bus at 09:40. Mild enough, though a light layer won't hurt.
Number 216 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
Piccadilly GardensManchester City CentreAncoatsNew IslingtonHolt TownBeswickSportcityClaytonDroylsdenFairfieldAudenshawAshton MossChester SquareAshton-under-LyneCockbrookStamford ParkStalybridge
Where does the 216 bus stop?
The 216 serves 44 stops passing through Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester City Centre, Ancoats, New Islington, Holt Town, Beswick, Sportcity, Clayton, Droylsden, Fairfield, Audenshaw, Ashton Moss, Chester Square, Ashton-under-Lyne, Cockbrook, Stamford Park and Stalybridge. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 216 run on weekends?
Yes, the 216 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 216?
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 216 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 216. 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 22 Feb 2026 to 29 Mar 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 44 bus stops across 17 areas.