08:14
184 minDavenport Arms 09:2409:24
254 minDavenport Arms 10:4310:24
314 minDavenport Arms 11:4311:24
374 minDavenport Arms 12:4312:24
434 minDavenport Arms 13:4313:24
494 minDavenport Arms 14:50SATURDAY · 14 services08:14 — 21:45
The 42B bus runs between Piccadilly Gardens and Woodford, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 77 stops. Grey skies and 14°C forecast for the next bus at 08:14. A coat will take the edge off while you wait.
Passes through:
Piccadilly GardensManchester City CentreChorlton upon MedlockManchester Royal InfirmaryRusholmeOwens ParkFallowfieldWithingtonThe ChristieDidsburyEast DidsburyCheadleCheadle HulmeSmithy GreenGillbentBramhallWoodford
Where does the 42B bus stop?
The 42B serves 77 stops passing through Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester City Centre, Chorlton upon Medlock, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Rusholme, Owens Park, Fallowfield, Withington, The Christie, Didsbury, East Didsbury, Cheadle, Cheadle Hulme, Smithy Green, Gillbent, Bramhall and Woodford. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 42B run on weekends?
Yes, the 42B 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 42B?
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 42B run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 42B. 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 22 Feb 2026 to 30 Mar 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 77 bus stops across 17 areas.