06:31
81 minBolton Interchange 07:2507:01
111 minBolton Interchange 07:5507:30
140 minBolton Interchange 08:2407:45
155 minBolton Interchange 08:3908:00
170 minBolton Interchange 08:5408:12
182 minBolton Interchange 09:10SATURDAY · 69 services06:31 — 23:56
The 8 bus runs between Shudehill and Bolton, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 58 stops. Looking like 13°C and clear for the next bus at 06:31. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Passes through:
ShudehillManchester City CentreSalfordSalford UniversityWallnessPendletonIrlams o th HeightPendleburyCliftonKearsleyFarnworthMoses GateBurndenRose HillBolton
Where does the 8 bus stop?
The 8 serves 58 stops passing through Shudehill, Manchester City Centre, Salford, Salford University, Wallness, Pendleton, Irlams o th Height, Pendlebury, Clifton, Kearsley, Farnworth, Moses Gate, Burnden, Rose Hill and Bolton. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 8 run on weekends?
Yes, the 8 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 8?
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 8 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 8. 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 04 Jan 2026 to 04 Jan 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 58 bus stops across 15 areas.