Metrolink 2030 the current metrolink line map but with. Manchester airport exchange square one f e d a b f c h a e h c i i j j b d g k g k. Ed howe has drawn up a new map of the tram network based on tfgms 2040 vision. There are short and longterm railway station car parks here though. The system is owned by transport for greater manchester tfgm, which used to be called the greater manchester passenger transport executive gmpte. Bringing 5 new lines into service in 11 phases with 24. If you would like personal assistance or have any questions, contact metro transit information directly at 3142312345 or 6182712345 phone or 3142079786 text, monday. City zone shaw and crompton kingsway business park milnrow newbold newhey derker monsall failsworth hollinwood freehold westwood bury radcliffe prestwich whitefield. She is responsible for the overall planning, management and administration of all hr programs while working collaboratively with the executive leadership team, coworkers, other agency partners and members of the public.
This 92 km long network, serves 93 stations in total with its ownership being different from those who operate it. Theres no free metrolink parkandride car park here or at any other of the metrolink stops in manchester city centre. Greater manchester tram network map transport for greater. The official manchester metrolink app now with real time departure data. Quiz by rb357 manchester metrolink stops with map map quiz by rb357. Denver rtd rail transit by theo ditsekhaving just complained about how depressingly average the new official denver rtd rail map is june 2015, 1. These units are split between queens road and trafford depots. Piccadilly metrolink tram stop piccadilly train station. Manchester metrolinkis a tramlight rail system in greater manchester, england.
This is the first look at a new easiertoread metrolink map with colours to distinguish each tram line the new map will be launched on sunday january 28 along with later running trams, better. See the network map as well as facilities and maps for tram stops. We continue to explore new ways to expand the metrolink network and develop new rapid transit schemes as part of the greater manchester transport strategy 2040. While manchester airport was already served by a good rail service, the route of the metrolink line was designed to serve many of the large housing developments around wythenshawe many of the staff employed at the airport live in the areas which would be served by metrolink services, giving an alternative to local bus services. This is the third dvd programme featuring the manchester metrolink light rail system from independent transport videos. It is owned by transport for greater manchester and operated by keolis and amey. I argued that a new version, with actual colours, would be bother prettier and more.
Metrolink bombardier m5000 at exchange quay tram stop in august 2011 schematic map of metrolink overview owner transport for greater manchester locale greater manchester transit type tram light rail number of lines 8 number of stations 99 annual ridership 43. To view the downloaded map, no internet connection is required. Mp shows how future metrolink map could look if proposed. Trackwork construction on the longawaited metrolink line to the trafford centre is all but complete, paving the way for trams to start using the route in the first half of 2020. Patron numbers have been steadily rising since the metrolink s inception in 1992. Metrolink 2030 the current metrolink line map but with all. Union station laguna niguelmission viejo lancaster lax via flyaway montclair montebellocommerce moorpark moreno valleymarch field newhall northridge norwalksanta fe springs oceanside ontario east orange oxnard palmdale perris downtown perris south pomona downtown pomona north. Play sporcle s virtual live trivia to have fun, connect with people, and get your trivia on. British trams online manchester metrolink fleet list. Here are some of the useful features the manchester metrolink app includes. Get updates, departure times, plan a journey, find tickets and passes for tram travel. Manchester metrolink map, lines, route, hours, tickets. Back then, the official map was entirely in grey, making it both horribly ugly and remarkably difficult to follow.
In 1987, when powers and funding had been secured for phase 1 of the network to go ahead, the brand name metrolink was first introduced. History of manchester metrolink project gutenberg self. In view of this all stops were constructed to mainline railway platform height. Greater manchesters population is expected to reach 3 million by 2030 alone. The airport comprises three passenger terminals and a goods. Bombardier transportation and consortium partner vossloh kiepe received an option order to supply 16 flexity swift light rail vehicles to the metrolink system in september 2014, bringing the number of vehicles to 120. Patricia patty francisco joined metrolink in june 2014. Metrolink was originally built and operated from 1989 by the consortium greater manchester metro limited gmml. As of 20, rochdale metropolitan borough council aspires to link middleton to the metrolink. Last month, transport for greater manchester tfgm and the greater manchester combined authority gmca published their 2040 vision for housing, planning, public services and transport in greater manchester. Used the metrolink on a weekend visit to manchester. A light rail system for greater manchester was born of a desire by the greater manchester county council to fulfil its obligations to provide an integrated and efficient system of public transport under its structure plan and the transport act 1968. Future metrolink 2030 with images transit map, train map.
Manchester metrolink stops including extensions quiz. The system serves the region of greater manchester on 7 different lines. Manchester metrolink simple english wikipedia, the free. Can you name the manchester metrolink stops with map test your knowledge on this geography quiz to see how you do and compare your score to others. Jun 17, 2014 this pin was discovered by matthew leonard. They are situated on fairfield street and boad street respectively. Mar 18, 2018 the network manchester metrolink consists of seven lines which radiate from manchester city centre to termini at altrincham, ashtonunderlyne, bury, east didsbury, eccles, manchester airport and. Metrolink is owned by transport for greater manchester tfgm and operated and maintained under contract by a.
Manchester s metrolink tram system has been developed to encourage easier and faster travel in the city centre and beyond. The system is owned by transport for greater manchester and operated and maintained under contract by a keolisamey. The big bang theory of manchesters metrolink urban. We reached a major milestone in february 2015 with metrolink trams once again running to the manchester victoria stop after a complete overhaul to build new platforms and tracks. We just used our debit card to get on and off the tram so we didnt have the hassle of having the correct money for a ticket. History of manchester metrolink docklands light railway train, at a light rail demonstration at debdale park, gorton, 1987 a halflength metrolink vehicle mockup, on display in 1990. Manchester united fc man utds dramatic penalty shootout victory over chelsea in moscows 2008 champions league. It is operated under contract by the ratp group history. Journey planner use transport for greater manchesters journey planner to find the best way to travel on different modes of transport.
The trafford centre line is already accommodated for as that is already going to happen and is why currently only the didsbury service uses the newer 2nd city centre route via exchange square. The new manchester metrolink map is both prettier and easier. Jim mcmahons proposed new metrolink services, with the proposed new lines under loop 1 and loop 2. Feb 17, 2014 can you name the manchester metrolink stops with map test your knowledge on this geography quiz to see how you do and compare your score to others. Phase 3 metrolink expansion is now complete laing orourke. Join a live hosted trivia game for your favorite pub trivia experience done virtually.
Buckley wells tram stop and elton reservoir tram stop have been proposed to provide better passenger access in southern bury, and would be on the bury line between bury interchange and radcliffe tram stop middleton extension. Tfgm holds powers to commission a new line from pomona to port salford via trafford park and the trafford centre, and committed to procuring a funding mechanism for its construction in 2011. Manchesters metrolink tram system will be extended to droylsden, rochdale and chorlton, it has been announced. As part of transport for greater manchester s tfgm longterm 2040 transport strategy, it is. In 2016, it was the third busiest airport in the united kingdom in terms of passenger numbers and the busiest of those not serving london. Check your tram times at uk before travelling b altrincham piccadilly b altrincham bury mon to fri 07151930 and sat 09301830 only a. Mar 17, 2018 manchester metrolinkis a tramlight rail system in greater manchester, england.
In the mediumterm to 2030 new metrolink lines are being considered, along with potential for tramtrain services. The future of rapid transit transport for greater manchester. This is a list of confirmed or proposed future developments of the manchester metrolink light rail system. Maps of cycle paths, cycle routes, cycle parking and more. Manchester metrolinks control room and customer service team were transferred to the new facility in early 20.
Metrolink network map, tram times, tickets, stop information and service updates. Key to this vision was recognition of the role that the. Secretary of state for transport douglas alexander has confirmed the new lines will goahead. Bbc news uk england manchester metrolink extension. The new manchester metrolink map is both prettier and. Comprehensive map of all the current and planned lines and stations on the manchester. The multimillion pound transformation of victoria stop is an integral part of network rails major redevelopment of the entire station, due to complete later in 2015. Comprehensive map of all the current and planned lines and stations on the manchester metrolink network. Now with intu trafford centre branch misplaced station symbols at exchange square. Manchester metrolink offline map pdf countriesregions. In september 2016, in these pages, i asked a hugely important question.
Manchester trams metrolink services, parking, connections. Manchester metrolink opened in 1992 with a 19mile route that ran from bury to altrincham via manchester city centre using former railway lines inherited from british rail. Egcc is an international airport at ringway, manchester, england, 7. Connecting all major railway stations and tourist attractions, the metrolink runs every few minutes so you dont need a timetable you can just turn up and travel anytime from early morning until late in the evening. A light rail tram system, the metrolink also known as the manchester metrolink began operations nearly twentyfive years ago. Phase 2 extended the network to eccles with 12 new tram stops and a new interchange at cornbrook was built in 1999. Now with intu trafford centre branch new interchange symbols. The metrolink is a tram network servicing the greater manchester area, specifically the cities of manchester and salford and the metropolitan boroughs of bury, oldham, rochdale, trafford, and tameside. Since opening in 1992, the manchester metrolink lightrailtram system has grown to a network of 99 tram stops the system opened in april 1992 with 20 tram stops with routes radiating from manchester victoria to bury and manchester piccadilly to altrincham. Manchesters metrolink tram system has been developed to encourage easier and faster travel in the city centre and beyond. Manchester metrolink or usually just metrolink is the name of the tram system in greater manchester, england. As of 20, rochdale metropolitan borough council aspires to link middleton to the metrolink network by constructing a. The current metrolink line map but with all the extensions and planned extensions on it.
Patron numbers have been steadily rising since the metrolinks inception in 1992. Unlike the real map, this one has a pleasingly compact shape. Serco metrolink, took over the operations and maintenance of the system on 26 may 1997. National rail train times, fares, stations, destinations and service disruptions. The trafford centre metrolink is complete i love manchester. Public transport options by hospital with estimated travel time. History of manchester metrolink docklands light railway train, at a light rail demonstration at debdale park, gorton, 1987 a halflength metrolink vehicle mockup. Plans to extend the lines further to ashtonunderlyne, wythenshawe and manchester airport are still on hold. The network manchester metrolink consists of seven lines which radiate from manchester city centre to termini at altrincham, ashtonunderlyne, bury, east didsbury, eccles, manchester airport and. This map can be saved in your phone and its easy to share with friends. With four new lines tripling the size of the original network, the manchester metrolink is the largest overground light rail system operating in the uk and one of the largest urban tramways in europe. The network has 99 stops along 65 miles 105 km of standardgauge track, making it the most extensive light rail system in the united kingdom. Manchester metrolink branded locally simply as metrolink is a tramlight rail system in greater manchester, england.
Increasing capacity is crucial if the project is to live up to expectations. Revealed metrolinks new network map, inspired by the. New lines to mediacityuk, rochdale via oldham, ashton and manchester airport followed and, eight years later, metrolink is now the largest light rail system in the uk. Comparing it to the current metrolink service map, only 2 new services are going through cornbrook the most congested part of the network on that map. Moovit has an easytodownload manchester metrolink map, that serves as your offline north west light rail map while traveling. Proposed developments of manchester metrolink wikipedia. There are no metrolink stations in bolton, stockport, or wigan. In 1997 the contract was awarded to a new consortium, altram manchester limited, a consortium of ansaldo transporti, serco, laing and 3i.