Brentford take on Manchester United at Old Trafford in our next Premier League fixture on Saturday 19 October (3pm kick-off GMT). The match will not be broadcast live in the UK.
If you are heading to the match, here’s some useful information on getting to the ground and tips to make the most of your trip to Manchester.
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After you purchase your match ticket, you will be sent an email with your unique discount code within one to two working days. Each ticket holder will receive an email with their unique discount code. You can redeem your discount code when purchasing your rail ticket.
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Travelling by train
Direct trains will run from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes on the morning of the match.
The last direct train back to London on matchday is at 8.15pm. Return tickets to London are liable to sell out. We recommend you use Trainline to book your ticket as soon as possible.
Local trams and buses to the ground
From the city centre, Metrolink tram services on the Altrincham-bound line (Green or Purple) to Old Trafford will take you within a five minute's walk of the stadium.
Bus number 255 will also take you directly to the stadium. Trams and buses are available to return to the city centre after the match but expect it to be busy.
Travelling by car
We recommend that if you’re travelling by car, you look at this map of parking options in the city centre, or book parking at Old Trafford on Manchester United’s website.
Old Trafford
Sir Matt Busby Way,
Stretford
Manchester
M160RA
Ticket information
For matchday ticket enquires and collections, the away ticket office is located in the east stand car park and will be open two hours before kick-off.
Any duplicate ticket requests must be sent to Manchester City by the Brentford box office. Please contact Brentford's box office with any inquiries ahead of the matchday.
If you’re collecting your ticket at the Old Trafford, please remember to bring ID.
Meet, eat and drink before the match
There are many options for food and drink in the city centre and plenty of places to meet other Brentford fans before you head to the stadium. Piccadilly Tavern near Manchester Piccadilly station welcomes away fans.
There are no designated away pubs in the vicinity of Old Trafford.
Entering the ground
The away section is located in the south east corner of the stadium, in the east stand.
All bags will be searched on arrival and items larger than the size criteria will need to be left at one of the bag drop facilities. A steward at the ground can direct you to the nearest bag drop.
Getting back after the match
After the match, busy crowds can cause queues for tram or bus services to the city centre. Walking from Old Trafford back to the city centre takes approximately an hour.
Accessibility
Old Trafford has 18 wheelchair seats for away fans. Accessible parking is also available to blue badge holders. To book a wheelchair space or blue badge parking, please contact Brentford’s disability access officer ([email protected]) as soon as possible.
A long weekend
Staying the night in Manchester? The city is renowned for its nightlife with many restaurants, bars and pubs with live music.
For budget hotels, Premier Inn, Holiday Inn, Travelodge and Ibis each have multiple sites in Manchester city centre.
Activities for families
The city centre has many family-friendly options to enjoy food and drink over the weekend.
Manchester is home to the National Football Museum with child tickets for as little as £8.
Visit the Classic Football Shirts Shop to browse iconic kits from the past.
Also near to the city centre is mini golf, indoor rock climbing and the Science and Industry Museum.