Greater Manchester Transport Strategy 2040

Greater Manchester Transport Strategy 2040 sets out Greater Manchester’s long-term ambition for transport.

Our vision is for Greater Manchester to have ‘World-class connections that support long-term sustainable economic growth and access to opportunity for all”.

It sets out a strong commitment to provide a transport system which: supports sustainable economic growth and the efficient and effective movement of people and goods; improves the quality of life for all by being integrated, affordable and reliable; protects our environment and supports our target to be net zero carbon by 2038 as well as improving air quality; and capitalises on new technology and innovation.

Right Mix Vision

By 2040 we want 50% of all journeys in Greater Manchester to be made by walking, cycling and public transport. This will mean one million more sustainable journeys every day enabling us to deliver a healthier, greener and more productive city-region.

Customer Principles

Meeting the transport needs of our residents, visitors and businesses is at the heart of the Strategy. We have established seven principles that we apply consistently as we improve GM’s transport network for our customers.

These are:

Integrated
Inclusive
Healthy
Environmentally Responsible
Reliable
Safe and Secure
Well Maintained and Resilient

Spatial Themes

The Greater Manchester Transport Strategy 2040 is also structured, in part, around five spatial themes. This enables us to develop integrated projects and interventions for the many different types of journeys that happen across Greater Manchester, from trips to the shops in local neighbourhoods, to cross city commutes to international travel and freight.

The five spatial themes are:

Connected neighbourhoods
Travel across the wider city-region
Getting into and around the regional centre
City-to-city links
A globally connected city

The Greater Manchester Strategy

Greater Manchester’s transport strategy is an essential part of the city-region’s wider strategic framework.

Delivering a world-class, integrated public transport network is essential in enabling people to live productive and fulfilling lives; for thriving communities and neighbourhoods; for economic growth and for a green environment and sustainable future.