Getting there: O2 Apollo, Manchester
How to get to O2 Apollo, Manchester for Hannah Fry: nearest stations, buses, driving directions and walking times. 21–22 Oct 2027.
How to get to O2 Apollo
The O2 Apollo is on Stockport Road in Ardwick, about a mile and a half south of the centre. Ardwick station is nearest; from Piccadilly, buses and taxis run along Oxford Road and Stockport Road.
O2 Apollo Manchester, Stockport Road, Ardwick, Manchester
By train
| Station | Walk | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ardwick | ~5 min | Nearest station to the venue |
| Manchester Piccadilly | ~25 min | Main station; buses 192, 201, 203, 204, 205 from the city centre along Stockport Road |
Check Trainline or National Rail for times, fares and engineering works.
By car
If you are driving, see the parking guide for car parks and Blue Badge options. For sat nav, use the postcode in the venue address above.
By bus and taxi
Local buses serve the area around O2 Apollo. Taxis can usually drop off outside or near the venue. Check the venue's website for specific bus routes and taxi drop-off points.
Before you go checklist
- Check live transport information on the day: engineering works, strikes and delays are common at weekends.
- Plan your return journey as well as the outward one, especially if the show finishes late.
- Allow extra time if you are unfamiliar with the venue or the city.
- Use the show night planner to work out when to leave.
Where to stay
Staying in the city centre or Northern Quarter gives the most options; allow time for the trip to Ardwick.
O2 Apollo questions
What is the nearest station to O2 Apollo?
Ardwick, about 5 minutes' walk. Nearest station to the venue
How far is O2 Apollo from the city centre?
The O2 Apollo is on Stockport Road in Ardwick, about a mile and a half south of the city centre.
Can I get a taxi to O2 Apollo?
Yes. Taxis can drop off near the venue. Check the venue page for the nearest drop-off point.
What time should I arrive at O2 Apollo?
Doors are at 18:30. Arriving shortly after doors open gives time for bag checks, cloakroom and finding your seat.
Also see
- Parking at O2 Apollo
- Accessibility at O2 Apollo
- Seating at O2 Apollo
- Food and drink at O2 Apollo
- Hannah Fry in Manchester: dates and tickets
- How to buy tickets
- Full FAQ
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