Manchester Metrolink Ticket Changes for Etihad Tram Commuters

If you rely on the Metrolink tram network to get from Manchester Piccadilly straight to the Etihad Campus stop on game days, take note of local ticketing changes. Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has increased enforcement across Zone 1 and Zone 2, meaning paper tickets or contactless “tap-in tap-out” compliance is heavily monitored at both platforms. A standard adult single ticket from Piccadilly to the stadium sits within the Zone 1 to Zone 2 boundary. Fans are strongly advised to use contactless bank cards directly on the platform touchpoints to bypass the massive ticket machine queues after full-time. If the main Etihad platform is blocked by crowds after the match, walking down Ashton New Road to catch the tram from the Velopark stop remains the smartest local shortcut. Plan your full matchday route by reading our updated Etihad Stadium Parking & Transport Guide.