Public transport changes this weekend

Metrolink

Transport bosses are asking people to plan their travel in advance this weekend as scheduled improvement works result in changes to train and tram services.

Network Rail and Metrolink improvement works this weekend (21-22 October) mean there will be changes affecting services on the Rochdale, Bury, East Didsbury and Manchester Airport lines as well as some city centre services.

Bus replacement services will run during these times.

TfGM’s Transport and Event Planning Lead, John Fryer, said: “Essential improvement work on the guided busway and Mosley Street tram track, together with Network Rail’s works, will mean significant changes to Vantage and some Metrolink services this weekend.

“To help minimise disruption and ensure a smoother journey our advice is to plan ahead, be prepared, and think about all your travel choices. Customers should allow extra time to complete their journey.”

Greater Manchester is also expected to be very busy on the following weekend (Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 October) with major sporting events, large participation runs, exhibitions and concerts scheduled to take place across a number of venues.