256
256 Bus Times – Piccadilly Gardens ↔ Flixton
11:48
19 minTowns Gate 12:4012:08
39 minTowns Gate 13:0112:28
59 minTowns Gate 13:2112:48
79 minTowns Gate 13:4113:08
99 minTowns Gate 14:01SATURDAY · 43 services00:30 — 23:50
The 256 bus runs between Piccadilly Gardens and Flixton, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 44 stops.
Number 256 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
Piccadilly GardensManchester City CentreHulmeSt GeorgesOld TraffordTrafford BarGorse HillStretfordHumphrey ParkLostockDavyhulmeTrafford General HospitalCalder BankWoodsend CircleFlixton
Where does the 256 bus stop?
The 256 serves 44 stops passing through Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester City Centre, Hulme, St Georges, Old Trafford, Trafford Bar, Gorse Hill, Stretford, Humphrey Park, Lostock, Davyhulme, Trafford General Hospital, Calder Bank, Woodsend Circle and Flixton. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 256 run on weekends?
Yes, the 256 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 256?
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 256 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 256. 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 19 Jul 2026 to 19 Jul 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 05 Aug 2026
This route serves 44 bus stops across 15 areas.