In Greater Manchester, we want everyone to travel safely and easily. We have a variety of accessibility guides suited to your journey on our accessibility hub and some key information for travelling by Metrolink and bus below.
Accessibility on Metrolink
Metrolink is a modern system with a range of accessibility features. All Metrolink trams and tram stops are accessible for wheelchair users.
Every tram stop has:
- A ramp, lift, or escalator - for the latest service updates for lifts and escalators at your stop, visit our dedicated webpage.
- Step-free access for wheelchair users and people with pushchairs
- CCTV and emergency call-points
- platforms with tactile edges for visually impaired passengers.
Every tram has:
- An area for people who use wheelchairs
- Space for pushchairs
- Seats marked for people who have trouble standing
- Emergency call points.
For further information on the accessibility of Metrolink, please visit the accessibility hub.
Accessibility on the bus
Many buses have ramps and can accommodate wheelchairs. Some new buses also have display screens, route numbers, destination displays and audio-visual ‘next stop’ announcements.
A lot of bus operators have low floor buses to make it easier for people who use wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and those with small children and pushchairs.
For further information, visit our accessibility hub and select your bus operator for their accessibility policies.