Residents will benefit from new and improved Bee Network bus services connecting communities with Stockport town centre, Manchester Airport and the wider city region.
New routes, service changes and later travel options are being introduced across Stockport as part of the next phase of Bee Network bus improvements.
Transport for Greater Manchester has now confirmed when the new services will begin following a meeting earlier this summer.
The improvements include:
A new 377 service from 1 September, connecting Woodford Garden Village with Stockport town centre.
Changes to the 378 and 379 services (Stockport to Cheadle Hulme circular) from 30 August, improving the local bus network serving communities in the borough.
A new 192-night bus, meaning 24 hour service, from 3 September, operating on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights and providing a late-night connection between Stockport and Manchester.
Enhanced 368 connections between Stockport, Wythenshawe and Manchester Airport, which are expected to follow in early 2027.
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The new 377 will provide a direct public transport link between homes at Woodford Garden Village and Stockport town centre. The introduction of the 192-night bus will also give residents, workers and visitors more options for travelling later at night.
Cllr Grace Baynham, Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport and Chair of the Stockport Bee Network Steering Group, said: “These improvements are positive news for Stockport and will give residents more options for travelling around the borough and across Greater Manchester.
“As Chair of the Stockport Bee Network Steering Group, I have worked closely with Transport for Greater Manchester and Bee Network colleagues to improve the network in our borough.
“Through those discussions, I have consistently championed better connections for Stockport residents and made sure that the needs of our communities are represented.
“The new link from Woodford Garden Village, changes to local services and the introduction of a 192-night bus are important steps forward.
“These improvements build on a wider programme of transport investment across Stockport, including enhancements to walking, wheeling, cycling and public transport infrastructure, helping to provide residents with more sustainable and attractive travel choices.”
“We will continue working with our partners to advocate for further improvements for residents across the borough.”
Further information about the services, including timetables and route details, will be available through the Bee Network.