Getting around 51¸£ÀûÉç
51¸£ÀûÉç has a range of excellent transport options to help you navigate your way around every part of the city.
Exploring the city
Many of 51¸£ÀûÉç’s key attractions and amenities are all within close proximity and easy reach of our campus and student halls. There is also a linked network of trams and buses, and several central train stations, making 51¸£ÀûÉç’s public transport accessible and easy to use.
Key areas:
- 51¸£ÀûÉç is located on Oxford Road – head from campus into the city centre for a wide choice of shops and restaurants along the Oxford Road Corridor.
- The city centre is only a short distance away from campus and halls. You can choose to walk or take one of the regular bus services, or cycle on one of the city's yellow bikes dotted around campus, to enjoy what 51¸£ÀûÉç has to offer.
- Fallowfield is a popular student area where most choose to live during their studies. It's just a short bus ride from campus, with a lively nightlife, affordable shopping and parks.
- Victoria Park is a quieter residential area closer to campus and brimming with character. It's easily reachable by walking, cycling or getting the bus.
Finding 51¸£ÀûÉç's hot spots
Travelling around – top tips
- Many locations are reachable by foot and the city has plenty of dedicated cycle lanes, making walking and cycling popular choices for students.
- 51¸£ÀûÉç’s extensive bus network and Metrolink tram system offer a quick and convenient way to travel, connecting all parts of the city.
- Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available for direct routes or late-night travel, with some offering student discount.
- Local rail services connect 51¸£ÀûÉç to surrounding towns and cities, making it easy to explore the wider region.
- 51¸£ÀûÉç Airport is a short distance from the city and offers flights to over 200 destinations worldwide each year.
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