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Getting to Anfield Stadium

Getting to Anfield Stadium

Got your match tickets for Liverpool? Now, let's focus on getting to Anfield Stadium. While Liverpool’s public transport isn't perfect, plenty of options are available from Lime Street and the rest of the city centre. You just need to find out which method works for you.

Read on to discover the best routes and prices for Liverpool matchday travel. By comparing every detail we will also work out your personal route for a hassle-free Liverpool matchday experience. So let’s get started with your Anfield adventure.

Best Bus Routes to Anfield on Matchdays

Managed by Merseytravel, there’s a choice of buses waiting to whisk you from Liverpool city centre to Anfield on matchday.

The journey to Anfield will take about 15 minutes if you make sure you give yourself a lot of time to arrive, as traffic builds an hour before the game.

We’ll list the best bus routes to Anfield with the bus number and departure points here:

  • 917: Commutation Row near Liverpool Lime Street
  • 17: Queen Square Bus Station
  • 26: Liverpool ONE Bus Station

Added to those, you can also catch the 14 and 19 from Queen Square, but they drop you off a bit further from the ground.

How Much is the Bus from the City Centre to Anfield?

Single bus fares will never cost more than £2 throughout Merseyside.

Soccerbus for Liverpool Games

Another bus service connects Liverpool fans with Sandhills train station, saving a half-hour walk. The Soccerbus runs for 3 hours before kick-off and 90 minutes after full-time.

The adult ticket price for the Soccerbus is £3.80 for a return and £2 for a single, when purchased with a rail ticket. 

Catching the Bus at Anfield after the Game

After the match ends there’s a line of 917 and Soccerbus services ready to zip fans back to Commutation Row or Sandhills station. Just join the queue, which moves pretty quickly.

The main drawback to catching the bus post-game is that these services can be affected by traffic around the ground.

If you would rather stretch your legs a little, you can make your way south to Breck Road and catch the 14 to Lord Street.

Getting the Coach to Liverpool for Liverpool Matches

Coaches are a cheap way to get to Liverpool from other cities around the UK. For instance, a ticket from London costs as little as £10, but you need to be prepared to spend half a day on your backside travelling.

Inter-city coaches stop at the Liverpool One bus station right next to the sprawling shopping centre that dominates the heart of Liverpool. Companies serving this hub are:

  • National Express
  • Megabus
  • FlixBus

From here you can catch the 26 bus and will be at Anfield in a matter of minutes.

So those are the best bus routes to Anfield. We’ll move on to the train in the next section.

Getting to Anfield by Train: Routes, Prices and More

If you’re heading into Liverpool from outside the city via a National Rail service, you will most likely get off at Liverpool Lime Street station.

This is the city’s main public transport hub, with services to and from English cities like London, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, but also Wales and Scotland.

It’s pretty awkward to transfer from this station and catch a local train to get to Anfield Stadium. Your best next step from Liverpool Lime Street is a bus, taxi, or even walking to Anfield.

Catching Merseyrail Trains for Liverpool Games

However, for those getting to the Liverpool match from around Merseyside, local Merseyrail trains are an excellent option. There are three lines:

  • Northern Line (Blue): Serving the area around Anfield Stadium
  • Central Line (Red): Terminating at Lime Street and encompassing the Liverpool to Manchester lines
  • Wirral Line (Green): On the opposite bank of the Mersey

The two Merseyrail stations closest to the ground are Kirkdale and Sandhills on the Northern Line, about a mile to the north-west and west respectively.

Following signposted pedestrian routes, both are about 30 minutes on foot from Anfield, although the walk from Kirkdale station is shorter by a couple of minutes.

The advantage of stopping at Sandhills station is that you can catch the Soccerbus, which we mentioned above in the bus section.

How Much is a Merseyrail Ticket for Anfield?

  • An adult return fare will work out at £4.45 for journeys within the centre of Liverpool (C1), and £5.95 for journeys from further afield
  • Singles are £2.40 within C1 and £4.90 from outside

The margins of C1 are Liverpool South Parkway, Huyton, Bootle Oriel Road, Aintree and Fazakerley.

Call it a diversion, but have you thought about walking to Anfield from the city centre? We’ll explain more below.

Getting to Anfield Stadium on Foot: You’ll Never Walk Alone

An underrated way to make the journey from Liverpool city centre to Anfield is via the signposted pedestrian route.

This option isn’t talked about often, which is strange because on LFC matchdays there’s always a steady stream of Reds fans walking between the ground and the city centre.

It will take about 45 minutes to walk to Anfield from Liverpool Lime Street, and the most direct and prettiest route is to cut across Everton Park.

Best Walking Route for Anfield from Liverpool City Centre

In sequence, here’s a list of the streets and directions to follow:

  • St Anne St (N), Great Homer St (N), Everton Park (NE), Roscommon St (E), Netherfield Road (N), St George’s Hill (NE), Heyworth St (N), Mere Ln (E), Robson St (N), Venmore St (NE), Walton Breck Rd (E)

The advantage of walking to Anfield is avoiding congestion, especially after full-time. Naturally you won’t have to queue or wait around for bus services. When there’s absolute gridlock the difference in journey time will be small.

Maybe you’re wondering about driving to the Liverpool game. We’ll show you how to make it work next.

Driving to Anfield: Parking is a Problem on Liverpool Matchdays

Now while it makes perfect sense to drive to Liverpool for the match, you should avoid going any closer than the city centre.

It’s almost impossible to get hold of official LFC parking spaces near the stadium at Stanley Park and Utting Avenue, and this limited number is allocated with match tickets for Anfield well in advance of games.

All other spaces are on residential streets, and a parking scheme will be operating on Liverpool matchdays. So if you try to park near Anfield on one of these streets your car may be towed.

To avoid driving around hunting for a space with the clock ticking down, your best option is to park in the city centre at one of the Liverpool Council or Liverpool ONE car parks.

Where Do You Park to Get to Anfield?

We’ll list the main large-scale pay and display car parks in and near the city centre below. Typically you can expect to pay between £6 and £10 to use these car parks for the duration of a Liverpool match, including getting to and from Anfield (up to 3 hours):

  • Q-Park Liverpool ONE, L1 8LT (1981 spaces, 81 disabled)
  • Q-Park John Lewis, L1 8DH (599 spaces, 28 disabled)
  • Q-Park Hanover St, L1 4AF (584 spaces, 30 disabled)
  • Paddington Village, L7 3FA (1249 spaces, 53 disabled)
  • Victoria Street, L1 6BX (333 spaces, 13 disabled)
  • Mount Pleasant, L3 5TB (1535 spaces, 37 disabled)
  • King’s Dock, L3 4BX (1500 spaces, 83 disabled)

From these locations you can continue to the ground via Merseytravel buses, or on the Soccerbus from Sandhills Station. Another option is to catch a taxi, and we’ll look into that next.

Getting a Taxi from Liverpool City Centre to Anfield

Aside from Liverpool public transport options, you can catch a Hackney cab (black cab) to Anfield. There are 21 official stands around Liverpool city centre to make it seamless.

These include all the main shopping and transport hubs like Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool ONE (Hanover St) and Liverpool Central Station, Moorfields Station, Whitechapel and Albert Dock.

How Much is a Taxi to Anfield from Liverpool City Centre?

About £10. The journey shouldn’t take more than 15 minutes.

For more info, here’s a breakdown of Liverpool Hackney cab fares:

  • £4.70 for all journeys up to 330 yards
  • 25p for every subsequent 300 yards
  • 25p waiting for every minute spent waiting

For a more affordable taxi ride to Anfield, ideal for solo travellers, the local Taxi One company offers something called a Taxibus.

Carrying multiple people in a minibus from Commutation Row, this regular service costs just £2.50 per passenger.

If you don’t trust Liverpool public transport, a bike will shave minutes off your journey time and help you avoid the horrendous traffic situation post-game. We’ll explain below. 

Cycling to Anfield: Quick and Convenient Transport for Liverpool Matchdays

With every year it gets easier to travel by bicycle in Liverpool, and to use two wheels to get to Anfield.

First off there’s a clear system of on-road cycle lanes in the city, so you can get along the likes of Heyworth Street and Breck Road in safety.

If you’re put off by these main roads you can adjust your journey. For a quieter journey, cut through parks like Everton Park and the Rupert Lane Recreation Ground and use the network of backroads to get to the stadium.

Taking a Bike on Merseyrail Trains

As well as the roads, the local rail network has never been more accommodating for cyclists. The fleet of new 777 Merseyrail Trains have:

  • A designated boarding area
  • Slide-down, no-step entrances
  • Docking spaces on board for up to three bikes

So, if you’re heading to Anfield from within Merseyside, it’s worth combining a train trip with a bike ride.

Parking a Bicycle at Anfield

Then when you arrive at the stadium you don’t have to worry about storing your bike. People with Anfield match tickets can use The Cycle Hub at the Stanley Park Car Park, off the north-east corner of the ground.

Absolutely free, this bike storage facility has an attendant, and you’ll get a receipt for your bike to pick it up with no hassle after the final whistle.

If you don’t have a lock, you can even borrow one from The Cycle Hub.

E-Scooters for Hire in Liverpool

Managed by the company Voi, there are 400 e-scooters on the streets of Liverpool, including the area around Anfield. Voi E-scooters cost £1 to unlock and then 20p per minute.

You can download the Voi app to find the nearest scooter, and find out how much battery remains. You will need a provisional driving licence at least to use this service.

We’ve kept things pretty local so far, but what about Liverpool fans or rival fans heading from the airport?

Getting to Anfield Stadium from Liverpool Airport

Although Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) has just one terminal, this air hub has routes to and from cities around Western Europe. including Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Dublin, Paris, Rome, Geneva.

Fans heading to Anfield from the terminal have a few options. Here are the most convenient:

  • Catch the 500 bus, running every 30 minutes and taking about half an hour to Liverpool Lime Street.
  • Get the 86A bus to Liverpool South Parkway station, and then a train to Lime Street (15 mins) and Sandhills station (20 mins).
  • Catch a taxi, which will set you back about £40, but will take you directly to Anfield.

In the next section we’ll assess the best mode of transport for Anfield Stadium, depending on your situation and needs.

What is the Best Way to Get to Anfield?

Let’s assess a few options to work out the right method for you.

For Journeys from Merseyside

Hop on a Merseyrail train to Sandhills or Kirkdale station, or try a local bus route.

To Save Money

Just walk it from the city centre. On the way back you may beat a lot of fans to the city centre.

For the Most Comfortable Journey

Catch a cab. It will save the stress of finding a parking space, as well as crowding on public transport.

For Families or Groups of Friends

Park at a pay & display car park in the heart of the city and catch a bus to the ground.

For Accessible Transport

Get the bus, as all Merseytravel buses are designed for wheelchair users, and have wide doors, priority seating, low entrances, easy-grip handles, flat floors with no steps.

For Late Arrivals at Anfield

If you only have a few minutes before kick-off try hailing an Uber or using the Taxibus from Commutation Row.

For Quick Departures from the Ground

Use a bicycle or track down a Voi e-scooter with some juice.

Anfield Transport FAQs

Now let’s clear up some of the questions that often come up about getting to Liverpool matches.

Is There a Park and Ride for Anfield?

No. But you do have plenty of alternatives to driving from Liverpool city centre to Anfield.

Is There a Taxi Rank at Anfield Stadium?

Yes, on matchdays there are several labelled taxi ranks outside the ground, and along major thoroughfares nearby.

How Early Can You Get into Anfield Before a Game?

Two hours before kick-off.

Can I Use Uber in Liverpool?

Yes, it should cost the equivalent of a Hackney cab.

How to Pay for a Bus in Liverpool?

Tap and go on board with a credit or debit card, or with your smartphone wallet.

How Long Does it Take to Get out of Anfield After a Game?

5-10 minutes on foot. The backroads around Anfield allow crowds to disperse quickly. If you’re in a rush, you can always leave before the final whistle.

Recapping Your Journey to Anfield

So that should cover all of the key details for a perfect Anfield matchday experience. Safe to say there are plenty of things to keep in mind, from journey time to price and service availability. Before we leave you, we’ll sum everything up with a comparison table for all transport options from Liverpool Lime Street:

Mode of TransportTotal Price (£)Estimated Journey Time (Minutes)
Bus225
Train2.4040
Taxi or Rideshare1013
Taxibus£2.5020
Bicycle (Owned)015
Voi E-Scooter415
Walking045

These are approximate journey times within an hour of kick-off for a trip to Anfield from Commutation Row, including waiting, queuing and transfer times.

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So plan your trip and buy your Liverpool tickets for an unforgettable, hassle-free day out watching the Reds at Anfield.

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