What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Central to Old Trafford?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Central to Old Trafford is to taxi which costs and takes 4 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Central to Old Trafford?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Central to Old Trafford is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Central and Old Trafford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Convention Complex and arriving at Sir Alex Ferguson Way. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Central and Old Trafford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Deansgate-Castlefield and arriving at Wharfside. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Manchester Central to Old Trafford?

The distance between Manchester Central and Old Trafford is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester Central to Old Trafford without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester Central to Old Trafford without a car is to tram which takes 25 min and costs £1 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Central to Old Trafford?

The tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Wharfside takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester Central to Old Trafford bus from?

Manchester Central to Old Trafford bus services, operated by SightSeeing Manchester, depart from Manchester Central Convention Complex station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Central to Old Trafford train from?

Manchester Central to Old Trafford train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Where does the Manchester Central to Old Trafford bus arrive?

Manchester Central to Old Trafford bus services, operated by SightSeeing Manchester, arrive at Sir Alex Ferguson Way station.

Where does the Manchester Central to Old Trafford train arrive?

Manchester Central to Old Trafford train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Wharfside station.

Where can I stay near Old Trafford?

There are 3605+ hotels available in Old Trafford.

Manchester Central to Old Trafford - 6 ways to travel via tram, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester Central to Old Trafford by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Wharfsidetram Red Line / ...
25 min
£1–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Convention Complex to Sir Alex Ferguson Waybus T1
1h 3m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester Central to Old Traffordtaxi 2.1 mi
4 min
Walk
1. Take the walk from Manchester Central to Old Traffordwalk 2.7 mi
51 min
Line 255 bus
1. Take the bus from Deansgate Station to Warwick Roadbus 255
25 min
£2
Line 255 bus via White City
1. Take the bus from Deansgate Station to White Citybus 255
25 min
£2

Manchester Central to Old Trafford by foot and tram

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Distance: 2.6 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Manchester Central, England and Old Trafford, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Deansgate-Castlefield to Wharfside every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, SightSeeing Manchester operates a bus from Manchester Central Convention Complex to Sir Alex Ferguson Way twice daily, and the journey takes 55 min.

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