What is the cheapest way to get from Ancoats to Trafford Centre?

The cheapest way to get from Ancoats to Trafford Centre is to line 250 bus which costs £2 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ancoats to Trafford Centre?

The fastest way to get from Ancoats to Trafford Centre is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £18 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Ancoats and Trafford Centre?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at The Trafford Centre Metrolink Stop. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Ancoats and Trafford Centre?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Market Street and arriving at The Trafford Centre. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Ancoats to Trafford Centre?

The distance between Ancoats and Trafford Centre is 5 miles. The road distance is 7.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ancoats to Trafford Centre without a car?

The best way to get from Ancoats to Trafford Centre without a car is to tram which takes 26 min and costs £2 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Ancoats to Trafford Centre?

The tram from Market Street to The Trafford Centre takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ancoats to Trafford Centre bus from?

Ancoats to Trafford Centre bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Ancoats to Trafford Centre train from?

Ancoats to Trafford Centre train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ancoats to Trafford Centre bus arrive?

Ancoats to Trafford Centre bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at The Trafford Centre Metrolink Stop station.

Where does the Ancoats to Trafford Centre train arrive?

Ancoats to Trafford Centre train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at The Trafford Centre station.

Can I drive from Ancoats to Trafford Centre?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancoats to Trafford Centre is 7 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Ancoats to Trafford Centre.

Where can I stay near Trafford Centre?

There are 3799+ hotels available in Trafford Centre.

Ancoats to Trafford Centre - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 250 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ancoats to Trafford Centre by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Market Street to The Trafford Centretram Red Line
26 min
£2–4
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to The Trafford Centre Metrolink Stopbus 250
36 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ancoats to Trafford Centretaxi 7.2 mi
13 min
£18–22
Drive 7.2 mi
1. Drive from Ancoats to Trafford Centrecar 7.2 mi
13 min
£2–3

Ancoats to Trafford Centre by tram

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Distance: 4.6 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Ancoats, England and Trafford Centre, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Market Street to The Trafford Centre every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to The Trafford Centre Metrolink Stop every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 36 min.

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