Travel & Transport

Getting there

Rail – Trains depart to Manchester Piccadilly from London Euston on a frequent basis. The total journey time is approximately three hours. For further information visit The trainline (www.thetrainline.com/default.asp?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Evisitbritain%2Ecom%2FVB3%2Den%2Fexperiences%2Fgay%2Fnewcastle%2Fgetting%5Fthere%2Easpx&T2ID=6756_20061130103311) or www.nationalrail.co.uk (www.nationalrail.co.uk/).

Coach – For information on coaches between London and Manchester visit National Express (www.nationalexpress.com).

Air - Flights to Manchester from London Heathrow can be obtained from BMI (www.flybmi.com) and British Airways (www.britishairways.com).

Getting around

Excellent transport links make Manchester the gateway to the North of England. Exploring the region is simple with a network of trams, buses and trains. From the airport you can use The Station – the only UK airport interchange with bus, coach and rail services under one roof. 

Manchester’s Metrolink connects Bury, Altrincham, The Quays and Eccles to the city centre. Within the city, hop onto a Metroshuttle completely free of charge. These easily recognisable mini-buses connect the city’s rail and tram stations, main car parks and shopping areas.

Ask about Saver tickets or travel off-peak for the best value.

Manchester city map

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