🚌 Bus from Manchester City Centre to Cheadle
2 direct routes · about 48 min · first bus 06:00, last bus 21:45 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42B | Bee Network | ~48 min | 30 | 06:00 | 21:45 | Piccadilly Gardens (Stop J) |
| 42C | Bee Network | ~50 min | 13 | 06:10 | 18:02 | Piccadilly Gardens (Stop J) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Manchester City Centre on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Manchester City Centre to Cheadle?
2 routes run directly from Manchester City Centre to Cheadle: the 42B (Bee Network), the 42C (Bee Network).
How long does the bus take from Manchester City Centre to Cheadle?
Around 48 minutes on the 42B, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester City Centre to Cheadle?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 42B) leaves around 06:00 and the last around 21:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester City Centre to Cheadle?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.