261
Huddersfield – Heckmondwike
via Mirfield, Kirkheaton
Arriva Yorkshire First 06:15 Last 20:15Every day
Route 261 runs between Huddersfield and Heckmondwike via Mirfield, Kirkheaton. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.
Quick departures
Live departures from key stops on this route
| Stop | Towards Bus Station stand J | Towards Greenside T1 |
|---|---|---|
| Spen Vale Street | 26115:5816:57and more | 26116:3517:3518:35and more |
| Moor View | 26116:2017:17and more | 26116:1617:1618:16and more |
| Cockley Hill Lane | 26116:4217:39and more | 26115:5516:5517:55and more |
| Huddersfield Bus Station | 26116:1317:1318:08and more | 26116:2517:25and more |
Route stops
All stops on the route towards Bus Station stand J
StopApprox. time
- 1Northgate T2 · Heckmondwike07:55
- 2Market Street H2 · Heckmondwike07:56
- 3Spen Vale Street · Heckmondwike07:57
- 4Milton Road · Norristhorpe07:58
- 5Norristhorpe Church · Norristhorpe07:59
- 6Norristhorpe School · Norristhorpe07:59
- 7Millstone Rise · Norristhorpe08:00
- 8Norristhorpe Recreation Ground · Norristhorpe08:01
Frequently asked questions about the 261
- What time is the first and last 261 bus?
- The first 261 of the day departs at 06:15 and the last one departs at 20:15. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
- Does the 261 bus run at weekends?
- Yes. The 261 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
- How long does the 261 bus take?
- A full end-to-end journey on the 261 takes about 53 minutes between Huddersfield and Heckmondwike, running via Mirfield and Kirkheaton. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
- Who operates the 261 bus?
- The 261 is operated by Arriva Yorkshire. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.
Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.