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Old Trafford away day guide
Home of Manchester United, capacity 76,212. How to get there, where to stay and where to meet before kick-off.
By train
The nearest station is Trafford Park, about a 27-minute walk to the ground.
Evening kick-off? Check the last train home before you book anything.
Trams & metro
Flying in
- Manchester Airport (MAN)
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
Finding the ground
Sir Matt Busby Way, Manchester
Pubs near the ground
- The Bishop Blaize
- The Trafford
- Bee Orchid Pomona
- 11 Central
- Lime
- Craftbrew
- The Matchstick Man
- The Tollgate
- Viaduct Bistro
- Gorse Hill
Near Trafford Park station
Pubs by the ground are often home fans only on matchdays. Away fans usually gather near the station or in the town centre.
Where to stay
Quick answers
What is the nearest train station to Old Trafford?
Trafford Park (TRA) is the nearest National Rail station to Old Trafford, about 1.0 miles away: roughly a 27-minute walk.
Is there a tram or metro stop near Old Trafford?
Yes: Wharfside (7 min walk), Imperial War Museum (12 min walk) and Exchange Quay (12 min walk).
Which pubs are near Old Trafford?
Pubs within a short walk include The Bishop Blaize, The Trafford, Bee Orchid Pomona and 11 Central. Pubs close to grounds are often home fans only on matchdays, so away fans usually meet near the station or in the town centre. Check before you go.
Where do away fans drink near Trafford Park station?
Pubs a few minutes from Trafford Park station include Metro's Sports & Social Club and The Melville. It's a common meeting point before the walk to Old Trafford.
Where can I stay near Old Trafford?
Hotels within walking distance include Hotel Football (3 min walk), Chesters Hotel & Restaurant (5 min walk) and Premier Inn - Old Trafford (6 min walk).
What is the nearest airport to Old Trafford?
Manchester Airport (MAN) is about 8.1 miles from the ground.
Nearby grounds
Stations and places come from OpenStreetMap; walking times are estimates. Always check travel times before you go.