🚌 Bus from Walkden to Astley
2 direct routes · about 35 min · first bus 06:44, last bus 22:13 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 553 | Bee Network | ~35 min | 21 | 06:44 | 22:13 | Walkden Town Centre (Stop C) |
| 987 | Bee Network | ~26 min | 1 | 07:44 | 07:44 | The Boundary Stone (Stop A) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Walkden 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 Walkden to Astley?
2 routes run directly from Walkden to Astley: the 553 (Bee Network), the 987 (Bee Network).
How long does the bus take from Walkden to Astley?
Around 35 minutes on the 553, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Walkden to Astley?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 553) leaves around 06:44 and the last around 22:13. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Walkden to Astley?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.