What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar is to tram which costs £2 - £3 and takes 8 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs £9 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Trafford Bar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Trafford Bar. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Trafford Bar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St Peter's Square and arriving at Trafford Bar. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Trafford Bar?

The distance between Manchester and Trafford Bar is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Trafford Bar without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar without a car is to tram which takes 8 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar?

The tram from St Peter's Square to Trafford Bar takes 8 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Trafford Bar bus from?

Manchester to Trafford Bar bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Trafford Bar train from?

Manchester to Trafford Bar train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from St Peter's Square station.

Where does the Manchester to Trafford Bar bus arrive?

Manchester to Trafford Bar bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Trafford Bar station.

Where does the Manchester to Trafford Bar train arrive?

Manchester to Trafford Bar train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Trafford Bar station.

Where can I stay near Trafford Bar?

There are 3480+ hotels available in Trafford Bar.

Manchester to Trafford Bar - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 250 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar 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 St Peter's Square to Trafford Bartram Navy Line / ...
8 min
£2–3
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Trafford Barbus 250 / ...
21 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Trafford Bartaxi 3.1 mi
7 min
£9–12
Walk
1. Take the foot from Manchester to Trafford Barwalk 2.4 mi
47 min

Manchester to Trafford Bar by tram

4517Weekly Trams

8 minAverage Duration

£2Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar.

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Distance: 1.8 mi
Duration: 8 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Trafford Bar, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from St Peter's Square to Trafford Bar every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Trafford Bar every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 21 min.

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