156
Ashton-in-Makerfield Bus Times
06:27
77 minGarswood Station 08:3307:27
137 minGarswood Station 09:3308:27
197 minGarswood Station 10:3309:27
257 minGarswood Station 11:3310:27
317 minGarswood Station 12:3311:27
377 minGarswood Station 13:33SATURDAY · 15 services06:27 — 22:31
The 156 bus runs between Garswood and Garswood, operated by Huyton Travel. This route has 123 stops. Looking like 14°C and clear for the next bus at 06:27. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Fares & Tickets
Single
£2.00
Day Pass
£6.00
Passes through:
Ashton-in-MakerfieldBrynRose HillNorth AshtonDownall GreenSeneley GreenSimms Lane EndGarswoodAshton CrossNorth FloridaNew BostonHaydockBlackbrookStanley BankFinger PostPocket NookSt Helens
Where does the 156 bus stop?
The 156 serves 104 stops passing through Ashton-in-Makerfield, Bryn, Rose Hill, North Ashton, Downall Green, Seneley Green, Simms Lane End, Garswood, Ashton Cross, North Florida, New Boston, Haydock, Blackbrook, Stanley Bank, Finger Post, Pocket Nook and St Helens. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 156 run on weekends?
Yes, the 156 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 156?
Most Huyton Travel services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Huyton Travel for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 156 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 156. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Huyton Travel to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: HUYT
Valid from 01 Jan 2026 to 05 Sep 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 104 bus stops across 17 areas.