81
Piccadilly Gardens ↔ Oldham Bus Times
05:50
39 minOldham Bus Station 06:4206:50
99 minOldham Bus Station 07:4207:50
159 minOldham Bus Station 08:4608:50
219 minOldham Bus Station 09:4609:50
279 minOldham Bus Station 10:4610:50
339 minOldham Bus Station 11:46SATURDAY · 18 services05:50 — 22:50
The 81 bus runs between Piccadilly Gardens and Oldham, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 48 stops. Looking like 12°C and clear for the next bus at 05:50. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Number 81 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
Piccadilly GardensManchester City CentreShudehillNewtownCollyhurstQueens ParkHarpurheyMostonCharlestownWhite GateButler GreenWernethOldham
Where does the 81 bus stop?
The 81 serves 48 stops passing through Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester City Centre, Shudehill, Newtown, Collyhurst, Queens Park, Harpurhey, Moston, Charlestown, White Gate, Butler Green, Werneth and Oldham. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 81 run on weekends?
Yes, the 81 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 81?
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 81 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 81. 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 16 Feb 2026 to 12 Apr 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 48 bus stops across 13 areas.