Directions to Old Trafford

The first two home games of England's Euro 2008 qualifying campaign will be held at the newly expanded Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester on 2nd Sept' (Buy Tickets) and 7th Oct' 2006 (Buy Tickets). Also get your funny England T-Shirt.

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Directions to Old Trafford

Car:

Travel onto the M60 by the most appropriate route and then leave at the nearest junction to you. Select from Junctions 7, 9 and 12 as follows:

Junction 7, recommended route from Clockwise M60 (increasing junction numbers)Leave the Motorway at Junction 7 to join the A56 Manchester bound. Remain on the A56 following the signs for Manchester United.

Junction 9, recommended route from Anti-Clockwise M60 (decreasing junction numbers)Leave the M60 at Junction 9 and join Parkway (A5081) towards Trafford Park. At the first island take the 3rd exit onto Village Way and remain on this road until the next island (controlled by traffic lights). At this island take the second exit and then join Wharfside Way.

Junction 12, alternative route from Anti-Clockwise M60 (decreasing junction numbers)Leave the M60 at Jtn 12 for M602 (Salford/Manchester). At the end of the M602 (Jtn3) follow signs for Salford Quays and Trafford Park. At the roundabout turn right into Trafford Road (A5063). On the bridge over the Manchester Ship Canal, keep in the right hand lane so that you can turn right at the next set of lights and follow the road round to Trafford Wharf Road. Turn left at the next set of lights onto Waters Reach, with the Golden Tulip Hotel on your left.

Visitors who travel by car are advised to use official, secure, Car Parks which are identified by brown location signs. These are located on all approaches to the stadium and you are advised that the use of these car parks reduces the potential for your vehicle to be the victim of crime.

Public Transport:
METROLINK - The Metrolink service operates a frequent service from the City Centre (including Victoria & Piccadilly Stations) to Old Trafford Station which is situated within a 5 minute walk of the football ground. Metrolink enquiries: 0161 205 2000

TRAINS - North Western Trains operate a service from City Centre Stations direct to Old Trafford Stadium where the station is located alongside the South Stand. Due to the varied kick off times, it is advisable to telephone National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50 for train times or book via The Trainline.