Salford tram travellers can expect weeks of disruption as £150 million of new track is laid across the network.
No trams will runon the Eccles, Trafford Park and Altrincham lines from October 19 to November 1
Tram passengers are urged to check their routes and plan alternatives – mainly be bus.
The investment project is expected to significantly improve travel times for commuters across the city and wider area.
Ian Davies, network director for Metrolink at TfGM, said: “This is essential work that will help keep our tram network safe, reliable and fit for the future. We’re sorry for the disruption and we’ll be doing everything we can to make sure people can still get around while it’s taking place.
“We’ve listened carefully to feedback from customers during previous closures and have introduced more direct shuttle buses between key locations and extra buses on local Bee Network routes.
East Didsbury and Manchester Airport services will stop at Firswood, and Rochdale line services will run to Exchange Square.
Shuttle buses and extra Bee Network buses will be put onto key routes during this time to help people make their usual journeys. Express shuttle buses will operate from Sale, Chorlton, Trafford Centre and Media City to the city centre, with limited stops throughout.
Holders of the seven-day, 28-day and annual Metrolink passes for Bee Network buses and Northern train services will be accepted between Altrincham/Navigation Road, East Didsbury, Manchester Airport and Eccles and the city centre.
Alternatively, passengers can purchase a £2 hopper bus fare on Bee Network buses, allowing unlimited travel on Greater Manchester buses for an hour. Shuttle bus tickets will be available for purchase at stops.
Passengers can find more information here.
