# Go North West — Making bus travel easy

> Manchester bus travel planner with mobile tickets and live departure info. (iPhone/iPad app by THE GO-AHEAD GROUP PLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/go-north-west/id1556228363 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [THE GO-AHEAD GROUP PLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/566501475)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 48 MB
- Languages: American English, Welsh
- Released: 2021-05-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/go-north-west/id1556228363/reviews.md

## What is Go North West?

Our new app has everything you need to get around Manchester with Go North West. It’s packed full of everything you’ll need to get mobile on the bus.

Mobile Tickets: Purchase mobile tickets securely with Apple Pay or a debit/credit card and show the driver when boarding - no more searching for cash!

Live Departures: Browse and view bus stops on the map, explore upcoming departures, or check out the routes from a stop to see where you could travel next. 

Journey Planning: Plan your commute, trip to the shops or night out with friends.  It’s now even easier to plan ahead with Go North West.

Timetables: We’ve squeezed all of our routes and timetables into the palm of your hand.

Favourites: You can quickly save your favourite Departure Boards, Timetables and Journeys, with quick access from one convenient menu.

Disruptions: You’ll be able to keep up to date with service changes directly from our disruption feeds inside the app. 

As always, we welcome your feedback. You can send it to us via the app.

## Key features

- Mobile ticket purchase
- Live departure times
- Journey planning
- Route timetables
- Favorite stops and routes
- Service disruption alerts


## Frequently asked questions about Go North West

### How do I buy tickets with Go North West?

You can purchase mobile tickets securely within the app using Apple Pay or a debit/credit card. Simply show the ticket to the driver when boarding your bus.

### Can I see live bus times with Go North West?

Yes, the app provides live departure information. You can browse bus stops on the map and view upcoming departures for your routes.

### Does Go North West help me plan my journey?

Yes, Go North West offers journey planning features to help you plan your commute, trips to shops, or nights out with friends.

### How can I quickly access my usual bus routes with Go North West?

You can save your favorite Departure Boards, Timetables, and Journeys within the app for quick and convenient access from a dedicated menu.

### How do I find out about bus service changes with Go North West?

The app keeps you updated on service changes through direct disruption feeds. You can find this information within the app to stay informed.

### What devices does Go North West support?

Go North West is available on iPhone and iPod devices.

### How often is Go North West updated?

The app was last updated on April 11, 2024, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What is the age rating for Go North West?

Go North West has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 63 — 2024-04-11

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 62 — 2024-03-27

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 61 — 2024-03-13

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 60 — 2024-02-29

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 59 — 2024-02-12

Bug fixes and performance improvements

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