Trams

The Metrolink tramway system runs around Manchester and the surrounding regions; it is owned by GMPTE with services operated by Serco Metrolink. Trams run throughout the Manchester city centre, through the suburbs, as far as Altrincham to the south and Bury to the north.

Trams run frequently, from early morning till late evening, so passengers can wait for the next tram with little need for a timetable. Metro link promise "fast, frequent and fully accessible travel around Greater Manchester, seven days a week, 364 days a year from early until late."

Piccadilly trams start before 6am and finish just before midnight.

Currently there are four routes in operation

Altrincham - Manchester City Centre - Bury Altrincham - Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station Bury - Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station Eccles - Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station

Merseyside has plans for future tram services. Construction could start in 2004/05 with the first tram line opening in 2006/07.