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Getting to Anfield – Festive Fixtures
Important Information for supporters attending festive fixtures at Anfield
Liverpool FC v Stoke City 27th December 2016, kick off 5.15pm
Liverpool FC v Manchester City 31st December 2016, kick off 5.30pm
Supporters are encouraged to plan their route home from the stadium in advance as there are some changes to routine public transport services over the festive break.
Before You Travel
You can find a detailed list of all the Christmas and New Year services in Merseytravel’s Christmas and New Year Transport Guide here. Plan ahead, check the latest timetables for information on public transport routes operating to and from Anfield and allow extra time for travel.
To view our full Stadium Access Map, click on the map below.
By Bus
Fans will be able to catch the 917 express bus services, which run direct from St Johns Lane, opposite Lime Street Station, Liverpool City Centre to Anfield from 4 hours before kick-off for both fixtures.
Buses back to the City Centre will be ready to depart from Walton Breck Road after the final whistle – from here you can connect to other local and national transport services to get home. You can find out more by clicking here.
Speed up your journey home, by buying your ticket in advance. Return tickets can be purchased at Anfield from a dedicated booth located on 96 Avenue up until kick-off.
A hot drinks discount will be available to fans who can evidence their purchase of a return ticket
Other bus services are available. Remember to check whether you’re usual service is running.
The Soccerbus will run from Sandhills Station, on the Merseyrail Northern Line, to Anfield for both fixtures. The Soccerbus runs two hours before kick-off (last bus from Sandhills Station is approximately 15 minutes before kick-off) and for 50 minutes after the final whistle (subject to availability). You can find out more by clicking here.
Merseyrail passengers can add a return Soccerbus ticket on to their rail travel for just £1.60 for adults and 80p for children at any staffed
For a quick guide to local bus services that are running later on New Year’s Eve to help fans get home plus a summary of last trains and other services please click here.
By Taxi
Taxi pick-up points have been installed outside the stadium and on major routes towards the City Centre (Sleepers Hill), making it easier to get home after the final whistle. To see the available taxi pick up points please refer to the map above.
Taxis to and from Anfield usually cost between £7-£9, however please check with the driver whether additional holiday tariffs will apply for these fixtures.
On Foot
Both Sandhills and Kirkdale stations on Merseyrail’s Northern line are less than a 30 minute walk from Anfield. The Club advises fans to stick to the recommended walking routes these are clearly signposted and are popular ways to reach the Stadium.
If you’re unsure of the way you can speak to our matchday team, located around the Stadium, for assistance.
By Train
If you’re travelling from outside the Liverpool area…
Lime Street Railway Station is Liverpool’s mainline station for regional and national journeys. It is two miles from Anfield.
After the final whistle you can catch 917 express bus services which will depart from Walton Breck Road to Liverpool City Centre, from here you can connect to all national rail services to get home.
Southern based LFC fans planning to head to Anfield by train for the Premier League clash against Stoke City on 27th December are being urged to check trains before they travel.
Essential planned improvement works to the West Coast Main Line take place on 27th December, the 17:15 kick-off time means there is only one service back from Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston after the game at 20:48. Routed via the West Midlands, the extended journey time means a late arrival back into London at gone midnight.
Fans should plan their journey home carefully and be aware that the last train back is normally at capacity. Consider alternative means of travel and check the availability of trains departing Liverpool Lime Street the following morning
If you’re travelling within the Liverpool area…
Merseyrail operates regular services across 67 stations throughout Merseyside. Passengers can get regular services in to Liverpool from Ellesmere Port, Chester, West Kirby and New Brighton on the Wirral Line and Southport, Ormskirk, Kirkby and Hunts Cross on the Northern Line. Take advantage of park and ride. A number of Merseyrail stations have car parks. You can find them here.
For about a quick guide to last local train times and long distance trains for New Year’s Eve, please click here.
By Bike
The free Cycle Hub will be available in Stanley Park for both festive fixtures. The Cycle Hub allows fans who cycle to the game to park their bike safely and securely with an attendant. Why not combine the train and cycling? Merseyrail allows cycles. Get the train to nearby Sandhills and Kirkdale Stations and take advantage of the free cycle parking.
The Cycle Hub will be open from 11am on the day of the Manchester City fixture (31/12/2016).
By Car
Only fans with a pre-booked car parking pass are guaranteed a parking space near the Stadium where a resident parking scheme is in operation.
Click here for a detailed public transport map for Anfield.
