getting to manchester

Manchester is lucky to be one of the best-connected cities in Europe, with a major international airport, two mainline railway stations, a fast, efficient light rail network and is located at the centre of one of the country’s most sophisticated motorway networks.

For more travel information and what can be found in our fantastic city click Visit Manchester and Visit Gay Manchester

Parade at Manchester Pride 2004

by air

With Manchester International (MAN) airport just 10 miles from the city centre, the whole World has Manchester on its doorstep.

Virgin Train - image courtesy of freefoto.com

by train

Great services means getting to Manchester by train is a doddle! Just hop off at Manchester Piccadilly or Oxford Road.

Bus

by bus

Many services run around the city at all times of the day and night. For detailed information visit: www.gmpte.com

National Express coach - image courtesy of freefoto.com

by coach

National Express provides services from all over the country into Chorlton St coach station, on the doorstep of the Gay Village.

Metrolink tram

by metrolink

Manchester's light railway system runs a fast a frequent service and is ideal for getting into the city - www.metrolink.co.uk

Sparkle Army

by road

Motorways will take you straight into the heart of the city although parking can be difficult over the Big Weekend.