Bus Service Change - Summer Timetables
From 30 August, the normal timetable will be reintroduced at the end of the summer period.
Wilmslow Road, Manchester - Road Closure
Due to resurfacing works taking place on Wilmslow Road, services will be on diversion.
SATURDAY · 88 services00:00 — 23:30
The 43 bus runs between Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Airport, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 57 stops.
Passes through:
Piccadilly GardensManchester City CentreChorlton upon MedlockManchester Royal InfirmaryRusholmeOwens ParkFallowfieldWithingtonThe ChristieWest DidsburyDidsburyNorthendenSharstonBenchillWythenshaweWoodhouse ParkManchester Airport
Where does the 43 bus stop?
The 43 serves 57 stops passing through Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester City Centre, Chorlton upon Medlock, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Rusholme, Owens Park, Fallowfield, Withington, The Christie, West Didsbury, Didsbury, Northenden, Sharston, Benchill, Wythenshawe, Woodhouse Park and Manchester Airport. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 43 run on weekends?
Yes, the 43 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 43?
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 43 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 43. 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 19 Jul 2026 to 19 Jul 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 05 Aug 2026
This route serves 57 bus stops across 17 areas.