553
Higher Green ↔ Farnworth Bus Times
08:29
198 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 09:3909:29
258 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 10:3910:29
318 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 11:3911:29
378 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 12:3912:29
438 minFarnworth Bus Stat.. 13:39SATURDAY · 13 services06:36 — 20:55
The 553 bus runs between Higher Green and Farnworth, operated by Transport for Greater Manchester. This route has 76 stops. Looking like 14°C and clear for the next bus at 06:36. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Number 553 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
Higher GreenAstleyBlackmoorGin PitTyldesleyMosley CommonBoothstownEllenbrookParr FoldWalkdenEngine FoldLittle HultonGreenheysHighfieldHarper GreenFarnworth
Where does the 553 bus stop?
The 553 serves 76 stops passing through Higher Green, Astley, Blackmoor, Gin Pit, Tyldesley, Mosley Common, Boothstown, Ellenbrook, Parr Fold, Walkden, Engine Fold, Little Hulton, Greenheys, Highfield, Harper Green and Farnworth. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 553 run on weekends?
Yes, the 553 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 553?
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 553 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 553. 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 25 Jan 2026 to 25 Jan 2036
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 76 bus stops across 16 areas.