Sunday, 13 September 2026 · 16:30
Where to park for Manchester United vs Manchester City at Old Trafford
Manchester United face Manchester City at Old Trafford. Compare mapped parking near the ground and check recent driver-reported availability in Parkwise before travelling.
Matchday parking picks
Parkwise locations with walking times from Old Trafford. Tap a numbered pin or list card for details.
17 locations mappedOld Trafford Official Car Park E2
Official venue parkingCar Park · Salford Quays
- Type
- Car Park
- Price
- Paid · £12–£20 · pre-book only
- Max stay
- Matchdays
- Hours
- Matchday via Wharfside Way; free on non-matchdays
- Operator
- Manchester United FC
- Distance
- 143 m from the venue
- Address
- East Stand, Old Trafford, Manchester M16 0RA
Good to know
- • Official Manchester United car park by the East Stand with accessible bays — book matchday spaces at manutd.com/tickets. Free visitor parking on non-matchdays (museum and tours). Matchday access via Wharfside Way only
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Why we picked these for Manchester United vs Manchester City
1 · Official venue parking
Old Trafford Official Car Park E2. The official venue option, around a two-minute walk from the doors. The published rate is £12–£20 · pre-book only. Confirm the latest details with Manchester United FC before travelling. Hours: Matchday via Wharfside Way; free on non-matchdays. Max stay: Matchdays. Pre-book may apply — confirm with the operator before you travel.
2 · Park once nearby
Old Trafford Official Car Park E1. A park-once option nearby, around a two-minute walk to the venue. The published rate is £12–£20 · pre-book only. Confirm the latest details with Manchester United FC before travelling. Hours: Matchday access via Wharfside Way only. Max stay: Matchdays. Pre-book may apply — confirm with the operator before you travel.
3 · 17-minute walk
MediaCity / Broadway multi-storey car park. An alternative car park, around a 17-minute walk to the venue. Paid parking — check the operator for current rates.
Before kick-off
Hotels, food and things to do around Old Trafford.
The Lowry
Multi-purpose arts venue with theatre, galleries, and restaurants. Great for a pre-match meal or a show on non-event nights.
Stretford Road
High street with independent shops, cafes, and takeaways. Useful for a quick bite before heading to Old Trafford.
Manchester Ship Canal
Walk along the waterfront if you're parking nearby and have time before your event. Quiet, scenic, and a good way to pass an hour.
- Our favourite
Stretford Town Centre
Shopping and dining hub a short drive or walk from the stadium. Plenty of cafes and restaurants if you want to settle in before or after.
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Matchday parking tips
Book Old Trafford Official Car Park E2 or E1 in advance if you plan to use official parking — both require pre-booking.
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before travelling so you know which car parks have reported space.
The Salford Quays area has several mapped car parks to choose from if official options are full.
Allow extra time on match day — arrive early enough to park and walk to the ground without rushing before kick-off.
Once you're safely parked, submit a quick report in the Parkwise app to help other fans heading to the match.
Check the latest reports before you leave
Ready for matchday?
This page was designed as a practical guide to parking around Old Trafford. For a more up-to-date picture before you travel, open Parkwise for the full searchable map, useful filters and recent availability reports shared by drivers nearby.
Matchday parking questions
What's the closest parking to Old Trafford?
Old Trafford Official Car Park E2 is a 2-minute walk from the ground. It operates on a pre-book-only basis run by Manchester United FC. If that's full, Old Trafford Official Car Park E1 is also 2 minutes away with the same booking system.
How do I know if car parks have spaces before I travel?
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you set off. This shows you what other visitors have reported in nearby car parks, helping you plan which option to try.
What if official parking is full?
There are other mapped car parks in the Salford Quays area. The MediaCity / Broadway multi-storey car park is a 17-minute walk from the venue as an alternative. Use the Parkwise app to see all nearby options and check recent reports.
When should I arrive to park?
Give yourself time to find a space and walk to the ground before the 16:30 kick-off. On match day, aim to arrive early enough that you're not rushing — this also gives you more choice of where to park.
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