Travel information

Find out how to get to Manchester Central by train and road.

This detailed map of Manchester (PDF 5MB) shows the location of the Manchester Central in relation to train stations, car parks, hotels and major attractions in the city centre.  You could also download this simple street map (100KB) which shows the location of the centre.

Travelling by train

Manchester has direct rail connections to all major UK cities – London is just over two hours away by train. Trains come into the city at either Piccadilly or Victoria station, which both connect to Manchester’s Metrolink light-rail system providing easy access to all parts of the city centre.

Travelling by car

Manchester is at the heart of the Northwest’s motorway network with easy access from all directions onto the M60, the city’s orbital motorway.

The entrance to the Manchester Central car park is opposite The Bridgewater Hall. If you are using sat nav, its postcode is M2 3GX.  The car park is open 24 hours and discounted parking vouchers can be pre-purchased by completing this application.

For more information on NCP car parks in Manchester, visit www.ncp.co.uk or telephone 0845 050 7080.

More information

Visit Manchester Central’s website for additional information.