How to Travel to Manchester Met Campus: Student Travel Guide & Routes

Getting around Manchester as a student doesn’t have to be confusing – especially once you know the best ways to travel around Manchester like a local.  

Whether you’re from the city or new to the area and commuting from halls, this guide will help you understand your travel options – saving you time, money and stress.  

From the different types of public transport to routes and travel times, we’ve all got all the tips and tricks to make travelling to and from campus a breeze.  

You can also plan your routes using the Manchester Met Bee Network travel page.  
 

A Manchester student guide to travelling to and from campus 

Walking – it’s free, easy and healthy 

Manchester might feel big a first, but it’s surprisingly easy to get around on foot. If you’re living close to campus, walking is often the easiest way to travel to your lectures or the Library. 

Average walking times to campus: 

• From Hulme: 15 minutes 
• From Rusholme: 25 minutes 
• From Fallowfield: 45 minutes (maybe one for when the sun is out) 
• From Manchester City Centre (Piccadilly Gardens): 17 minutes 

Walking travel tip – Always stick to the main streets that are busy and well-lit. At night try not to walk home alone. There’s always more safety in numbers. 

For extra peace of mind, download the SafeZone App. It lets you check-in at any time of day, and quickly and discreetly call for help if you need it, whether it’s for first aid or in an emergency.  
 

Cycling – fast and fitness focussed 

If you own your own bicycle – great, but if not, you can rent a Beryl Bike.  The Bee Network has cycle stations across Manchester, Trafford and Salford that are close to tram, train and bus stops. Perfect if you need to opt for two modes of transport into uni.  

If you are using your own bike, we have secure bank stands outside most university buildings. Just remember to bring a bike lock with you to keep your bicycle safe. You can purchase one for £10 from our security team. 

Beryl Bike Prices 

• £0.50 unlock fee - Pedal bike 
• 5p per minute - Pedal bike 
• £1 unlock fee - e-Bike 
• 10p per minute - e-Bike 

Cycle Time Estimates: 

• From Hulme: 5-10 minutes 
• From Rusholme: 5-10 minutes 
• From Fallowfield: 11 minutes 
• From Manchester City Centre (Piccadilly Gardens): 6-10 minutes 

Travel Tip: Use main cycle paths along Oxford Road and always park your Beryl bikes in designated bays to avoid extra charges. 
 

Buses – a budget-friendly travel option 

The Oxford Road Corridor is one of the busiest bus routes in Manchester and runs right past campus, so you’ll never be short of options when catching a bus to your morning lectures.  

Popular bus routes to campus: 

• From Rusholme/Fallowfield: 42, 43, 142, 143 (Magic Bus & Stagecoach) 
• From Hulme: 86, 250, 263 
• From Manchester City Centre (Piccadilly Gardens): Almost all Oxford Road buses stop near campus – look for 42, 43, 86, 142, etc. 

Student Bus Fares: 

• Single: £1.50–£2 
• Day pass: £3–£4.50 
• Weekly pass: £20 

Check out the full list of bus ticket options on the Bee Network webpage.  

We also have several night bus services in Manchester to help you get home safely after a study session, work or catch-up with your mates.  

Travel Tip – Download the free Bee Network app to plan your journey, check real time departures and buy your bus and tram tickets. 

If you have lectures in the Brooks Building (Hulme) 

The Brooks building sits just outside of the main campus buildings, in the heart of Hulme. Don’t worry though, it’s still easy to get to, no matter which part of Manchester you’re travelling in from.  

 From Manchester City Centre (Piccadilly Gardens): 

• Best way: Cycling or bus 
• Time: Around 10 minutes by bike or 12-15 minutes by bus 
• Best bus routes: 86, 250, 256 and 263 (Get off at Royce Road stop) 

From Hulme: 

• Best way: Walking or cycling 
• Time: 5–10 minutes 
• Brooks is in Hulme, so if you live in the halls nearby, you are only a few minutes from campus 

 From Rusholme: 

• Best way: Bus or bike 
• Bus: Take the 41, 42, 43, 142, 143 to All Saints Park and walk for 10 minutes (25 minutes in total) 
• Cycling: around 10 minutes (via Wilmslow Road) 

From Fallowfield: 

• Best way: Bus 
• Bus: Catch the 142, 143, or 41 down Oxford Road to All Saints Park and walk 10 minutes (25 minutes in total) 
• Cycling: Takes around 15 minutes  

Manchester travel tips for students 

Rush hour  

The roads and public transport in Manchester can get very busy between 7:30–9:30am and 4–6pm, so it’s a good idea to leave a bit earlier to make sure you get to campus on time. 

Quieter times to travel  

If you want to avoid the rush, the best times to travel in Manchester are mid-morning (10am–12pm) and early afternoon (2–4pm). 

Public transport at night 

Buses run regularly along Oxford Road into the evening. For late-night options, please check the Bee Network website to plan your journey. 

If you miss the last bus, don’t walk home alone at night. Instead, use a trusted taxi app such as Uber, Bolt or StreetCars. 

Ask for help if you need directions  

Mancunians are a friendly bunch and are happy to point you in the right direction. If you’re not sure where you need to be, ask other students, a member of university staff, or stop off in a nearby shop if you’re on the move.