Wigan Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield - Road Closure
Due to roadworks taking place on Wigan Road, near Bryn Rail Station, services are on diversion.
Bus Service Change - 156
From 6 September, this route will join Liverpool City Region’s Metro network. There will also be changes to the timetable, with some earlier/later journeys on Sundays and public holidays. Evening, Sun...
13:27
37 minGarswood Station 15:3314:27
97 minGarswood Station 16:3315:27
157 minGarswood Station 17:3316:27
217 minGarswood Station 18:3317:27
277 minGarswood Station 19:3318:27
337 minGarswood Station 20:33SATURDAY · 15 services06:27 — 22:31
The 156 bus runs between Garswood and Garswood, operated by Huyton Travel. This route has 125 stops.
Fares & Tickets
Single
£2.00
Day Pass
£6.00
Passes through:
GarswoodSeneley GreenSimms Lane EndDownall GreenNorth AshtonAshton CrossPewfallHaydockNorth FloridaNew BostonBlackbrookFinger PostPocket NookSt HelensPeasley CrossSuttonLea GreenSutton HeathStanley Bank
Where does the 156 bus stop?
The 156 serves 125 stops passing through Garswood, Seneley Green, Simms Lane End, Downall Green, North Ashton, Ashton Cross, Pewfall, Haydock, North Florida, New Boston, Blackbrook, Finger Post, Pocket Nook, St Helens, Peasley Cross, Sutton, Lea Green, Sutton Heath and Stanley Bank. 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.
How do I contact Huyton Travel about the 156?
You can contact Huyton Travel by phone on 0151 449 3868 for questions about the 156 bus, including lost property, refunds and service changes.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS SIRI-SX for disruption alerts · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: HUYT
Valid from 01 Jan 2026 to 05 Sep 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 05 Aug 2026
This route serves 125 bus stops across 19 areas.