How do I get to Etihad Stadium?

Etihad Stadium is a venue in or near Manchester that is most often used for Soccer

For drivers, there are two parking options: official and unofficial car parks! The official ones cost £10 per car and are right next to the stadium. However, it's absolute chaos trying to leave, with some fans claiming up to an hour spent in the car park after the game.There are a few 'unofficial' ones in the area which cost about a fiver per car, but might be a mile or so from the stadium. The upside is that they clear out much faster.For public transport, try to catch the metrolink to the 'Etihad Campus'; you can get the tram from Piccadilly or Victoria, so shouldn't be too tricky once you're in the city!

There are several options to get to the stadium - each with its pro's and con's. If you get there early, you will be able to find a parking space and the stadium for around £10 a car - however with 55,000 people all leaving at once - don't expect a speedy get away.The metro link runs from the city itself and you can catch it from Piccadilly station or Market Street in the center of town itself to Etihad Campus which is right next to the stadium. An Adult day travel card will cost £5.There are a large number of bus services that run from the city to the stadium as well - After the match buses to the city centre will depart from Ashton New Road next to the South Stand.