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249 Bus Times – Altrincham ↔ Wythenshawe
Bus Service Change - 249
From 30 August, we’re adding an extra Monday to Friday early morning journey at 0638 from Wythenshawe Hospital to Altrincham. This change is in place until further notice.
Manchester Road, Sale - Congestion
Due to congestion on Manchester Road, services are experiencing delays.
12:15
11 minWythenshawe Interc.. 13:3712:45
41 minWythenshawe Interc.. 14:0713:15
71 minWythenshawe Interc.. 14:3713:45
101 minWythenshawe Interc.. 15:0914:15
131 minWythenshawe Interc.. 15:3914:45
161 minWythenshawe Interc.. 16:11SATURDAY · 31 services05:45 — 23:20
The 249 bus runs between Altrincham and Wythenshawe, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 78 stops.
Number 249 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
AltrinchamBroadheathSaleWoodheys ParkAshton upon MerseySale MoorNorthern MoorBrooklandsBaguleyRoundthornWythenshawe HospitalNewall GreenBenchillWythenshawe
Where does the 249 bus stop?
The 249 serves 78 stops passing through Altrincham, Broadheath, Sale, Woodheys Park, Ashton upon Mersey, Sale Moor, Northern Moor, Brooklands, Baguley, Roundthorn, Wythenshawe Hospital, Newall Green, Benchill and Wythenshawe. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 249 run on weekends?
Yes, the 249 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 249?
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 249 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 249. 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 02 Jan 2026 to 02 Jan 2031
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 05 Aug 2026
This route serves 78 bus stops across 14 areas.