What is the cheapest way to get from Exchange Square to Wharfside?

The cheapest way to get from Exchange Square to Wharfside is to tram which costs £2 - £3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Exchange Square to Wharfside?

The fastest way to get from Exchange Square to Wharfside is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs £10 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Exchange Square and Wharfside?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chapel Street and arriving at MediaCityUK. Services depart four times a day, and operate Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

Is there a direct train between Exchange Square and Wharfside?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exchange Square and arriving at Trafford Bar. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Exchange Square to Wharfside?

The distance between Exchange Square and Wharfside is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Exchange Square to Wharfside without a car?

The best way to get from Exchange Square to Wharfside without a car is to tram which takes 12 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Exchange Square to Wharfside?

The tram from Exchange Square to Trafford Bar takes 12 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Exchange Square to Wharfside bus from?

Exchange Square to Wharfside bus services, operated by SightSeeing Manchester, depart from Chapel Street station.

Where do I catch the Exchange Square to Wharfside train from?

Exchange Square to Wharfside train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Exchange Square station.

Where does the Exchange Square to Wharfside bus arrive?

Exchange Square to Wharfside bus services, operated by SightSeeing Manchester, arrive at MediaCityUK station.

Where does the Exchange Square to Wharfside train arrive?

Exchange Square to Wharfside train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Trafford Bar station.

Where can I stay near Wharfside?

There are 3582+ hotels available in Wharfside.

Exchange Square to Wharfside - 7 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 7 ways to get from Exchange Square to Wharfside by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Exchange Square to Trafford BarPink Line
12 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chapel Street to MediaCityUKT1
19 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exchange Square to Wharfside3.5 mi
8 min
£10–13
Walk
1. Take the foot from Exchange Square to Wharfside3 mi
58 min
Tram, line 250 bus
1. Take the tram from Exchange Square to Trafford BarPink Line
2. Take the bus from Trafford Bar to John Gilbert Way250
19 min
Line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from St James Square to MediaCityUK50 / ...
32 min
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to John Gilbert Way250
32 min

Exchange Square to Wharfside by tram

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Distance: 2.2 mi
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Exchange Square, Manchester, England and Wharfside, Trafford, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Exchange Square to Trafford Bar every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, SightSeeing Manchester operates a bus from Chapel Street to MediaCityUK 4 times a day, and the journey takes 15 min.

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