What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Academy Stadium?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Academy Stadium is to tram which costs £2 - £3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Academy Stadium?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Academy Stadium is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs £7 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Academy Stadium?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Velopark Metrolink Stop. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Academy Stadium?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Velopark. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Academy Stadium?

The distance between Manchester and Academy Stadium is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Academy Stadium without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Academy Stadium without a car is to line 216 bus which takes 14 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Academy Stadium?

The line 216 bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Velopark Metrolink Stop takes 11 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Academy Stadium bus from?

Manchester to Academy Stadium bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Academy Stadium train from?

Manchester to Academy Stadium train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Manchester to Academy Stadium bus arrive?

Manchester to Academy Stadium bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Velopark Metrolink Stop station.

Where does the Manchester to Academy Stadium train arrive?

Manchester to Academy Stadium train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Velopark station.

Where can I stay near Academy Stadium?

There are 355+ hotels available in Academy Stadium.

Manchester to Academy Stadium - 5 ways to travel via line 216 bus, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Academy Stadium by bus, tram, 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.

Line 216 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Velopark Metrolink Stopbus 216 / ...
14 min
Tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Piccadilly Gardens to Veloparktram Blue Line
16 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Academy Stadiumtaxi 2.1 mi
5 min
£7–9
Walk
1. Take the foot from Manchester to Academy Stadiumwalk 2.2 mi
42 min
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station to Connell College Terminusbus Mc16
21 min

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Academy Stadium.

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Distance: 2.5 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Academy Stadium, England?

Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Velopark Metrolink Stop every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Metrolink operates a vehicle from Piccadilly Gardens to Velopark every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 12 min.

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