Bus from Manchester City Centre to Heywood (Rochdale)
1 direct route · about 59 min · first bus 05:14, last bus 23:54 (weekdays).
Next buses to Heywood (Rochdale) as of 13:48
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Manchester City Centre, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 163 | Bee Network | ~59 min | 78 | Sat 71 · Sun 40 | 05:14 | 23:54 | The Unicorn (Stop CB) | Heywood Library (Stop G) | Miles Platting, Collyhurst & Middleton |
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.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 163 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Manchester City Centre to Heywood?
The 163 (Bee Network) runs directly from Manchester City Centre to Heywood. Board at The Unicorn (Stop CB) and get off at Heywood Library (Stop G); the journey takes about 59 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Manchester City Centre to Heywood?
Around 59 minutes on the 163, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Miles Platting, Collyhurst, Middleton on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester City Centre to Heywood?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:14 and the last around 23:54. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester City Centre to Heywood?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.