What is the cheapest way to get from Trafford to Manchester Arndale?

The cheapest way to get from Trafford to Manchester Arndale is to line 250 bus which costs £2 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Trafford to Manchester Arndale?

The fastest way to get from Trafford to Manchester Arndale is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs £13 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Trafford and Manchester Arndale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Praed Road and arriving at Piccadilly Gardens. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Trafford and Manchester Arndale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parkway and arriving at Exchange Square. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Trafford to Manchester Arndale?

The distance between Trafford and Manchester Arndale is 4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Trafford to Manchester Arndale without a car is to tram which takes 28 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Trafford to Manchester Arndale?

The tram from Parkway to Exchange Square takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Trafford to Manchester Arndale bus from?

Trafford to Manchester Arndale bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Praed Road station.

Where do I catch the Trafford to Manchester Arndale train from?

Trafford to Manchester Arndale train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Parkway station.

Where does the Trafford to Manchester Arndale bus arrive?

Trafford to Manchester Arndale bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Trafford to Manchester Arndale train arrive?

Trafford to Manchester Arndale train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Exchange Square station.

Where can I stay near Manchester Arndale?

There are 3613+ hotels available in Manchester Arndale.

Can I share a ride from Trafford to Manchester Arndale?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Trafford and Manchester Arndale. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Trafford to Manchester Arndale - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 250 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Trafford to Manchester Arndale by tram, bus, taxi, foot, or rideshare

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Parkway to Exchange Squaretram Red Line
28 min
£2–3
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Praed Road to Piccadilly Gardensbus 250
37 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Trafford to Manchester Arndaletaxi 4.8 mi
10 min
£13–16
Walk
1. Take the foot from Trafford to Manchester Arndalewalk 4.8 mi
1h 32m
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Eccles to Manchesterrideshare 4.6 mi
29 min
£2

Trafford to Manchester Arndale by tram and foot

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Distance: 4 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Trafford, England and Manchester Arndale, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Parkway to Exchange Square every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Praed Road to Piccadilly Gardens every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 31 min.

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