Getting here by bus & train

Key bus routes

ML1: The Trafford Centre Metrolink Shuttle Bus
The Trafford Centre Metrolink Shuttle Bus is our direct, frequent, express ‘missing link’ to Manchester’s Metrolink Tram system. The service links The Trafford Centre to Stretford Metrolink Station, and runs 7 days a week, 363 days a year, every 20 minutes, from early till late. One ticket will enable you to travel direct to The Trafford Centre from anywhere on the Metrolink network.

Bus route 250

Every 10-15 minutes from Manchester City Centre to The Trafford Centre. The 250 service, run by Stagecoach Manchester, is a high frequency bus service to and from Manchester Piccadilly Gardens. The service runs every 15 minutes (every 10 minutes on Saturdays) and is run with a fleet of modern low-floor easy access buses.

For all other bus information our handy Journey Planner will help you plan your route here >>

City sightseeing bus
The Manchester City Sightseeing tour re-opens for Summer 2008 on 30th May until 14th October.

Trains

 
If arriving by train from Manchester Piccadilly

There are regular main line trains to Manchester Piccadilly station with connecting Metrolink trams to Stretford, where customers can catch the regular shuttle bus to The Trafford Centre. Alternatively you can take a taxi from the station directly to the Centre.

For more information call the Customer Service Desk on 0161 749 1717/18.