Discover busloads of new adventures with First Bus.

Busloads of amazing sights to see and new memories to make, busloads of evenings out with old friends and funny selfies to take, from pub quizzes with mates to that special first date, with free museums to explore and cocktails to pour... because when travel costs less, you can do a whole lot more.


Let us get you where you need to be, with great value fares across all of Greater Manchester:

  • Travel to anywhere across Greater Manchester for a maximum of £2 when you buy a Single ticket on bus with cash or contactless payments.
  • Heading out with friends or family? Get unlimited day travel for 5 people any day of the week with a FirstDay Group ticket on the First Bus App. 
  • Exploring in the evening? Get unlimited travel after 6pm for just £4.50 with our FirstNight ticket on the First Bus App.

Download the First Bus App for busloads of helpful tools - plan your adventure with our Journey Planner, track your bus live on a map, or buy your bus ticket before you travel.

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Looking to discover something new?

Busloads of free things to do:

Alexandra Park - Looking to get active in the new year? Head to Alexandra Park for a winter walk around the grounds. 

Catch services 84 or 409 to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: OL8 2AX

Gallery Oldham – a short walk from Oldham bus station, the gallery provides a wide range of exhibitions and activities targeted at different audiences of all ages with free entry for adults and children. 

Catch services 84 or 409 to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: OL1 1AL

Manchester Central Library – Alongside an unrivalled hub of information and education, it’s also a new place to meet and socialise, a place to engage with cultural output. You can become a library member here.

Catch services V1 or V2 to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: M2 5PD

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Busloads of fun things to do:

The Printworks - Known as being one of Manchester’s most iconic venues, that has a rich history as a publishing house, The Printworks now houses a state-of-the-art Vue cinema, fully equipped gym complete with a 20m swimming pool and sixteen bars and restaurants.

Catch services V1 or V2 to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: M2 5PD

Afflecks - In the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, the iconic Afflecks Palace is home to over 60 independent traders who put their heart and soul into their products.

Catch services V1 or V2 to get there or put this postcode into the journey planner on our app: M4 1PW

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Enjoy busloads of local activities and fun with a free FirstYear Adult bus pass worth £670 - complete our form below for your chance to win. 


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