Parking Near Imperial War Museum North, Quays
Where Can I Park for Imperial War Museum North?
The official car park is on Trafford Wharf Road, M17 1TZ, with secure parking for 160 cars. It opens daily from 7am to 7pm, while charges apply 24 hours a day. Tariffs are £2.50 for up to 1 hour and £5 for up to 3 hours, with pre-bookable alternatives available from 0.2 mi away.
- Address
- Trafford Wharf Road, Wharfside, Manchester, M17 1TZ
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Covered Parking at The Lowry Theatre, Salford, 0.2 mi (5 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Manchester United Football Ground railway station, 0.6 mi (13 min walk)
Parking Near Quays
The exterior of a museum building Photo: Pexels / Mike Bird
Parking at Imperial War Museum North on Trafford Wharf Road
The official IWMN car park is on the museum site at Trafford Wharf Road, Wharfside, Manchester, M17 1TZ. Secure parking is available for 160 cars, making it the most direct choice for visitors carrying equipment or travelling with children (IWM). The car park is open every day from 7am to 7pm, although charges apply 24 hours a day (IWM).
The published official tariffs are £2.50 for up to 1 hour and £5 for up to 3 hours (IWM). VisitManchester lists longer stays at £5 for 0 to 4 hours, £7 for 4 to 6 hours, £8 for 6 to 8 hours, £10 for 8 to 12 hours and £15 for 12 to 24 hours (VisitManchester).
Other Car Parks Around Wharfside and Quays
Drivers who prefer to leave the museum car park for another named facility can use parking around The Lowry Theatre, MediaCity and Salford Quays. The Lowry Theatre is close to the site and places visitors within the wider Quays cultural area, while MediaCity provides another established destination for drivers visiting the waterfront.
The official museum information identifies its own car park as secure parking for 160 cars, while VisitManchester records coach parking at a standard charge of £15 for 24 hours (VisitManchester). These arrangements are particularly relevant to group visits arriving by coach.
Parksy Parking Spaces Close to Imperial War Museum North
Parksy lists several nearby alternatives for visitors who want to reserve a space before driving to IWMN. A covered space at The Lowry Theatre is 0.2 mi away at £6.50 an hour, while a space in M17 described for IWMN is also 0.2 mi away at £12.50 an hour. A space near TeamSport Go Karting in Trafford Park is 0.2 mi away at £5 an hour.
Further listings include a 24/7 space at The Lightbox in Salford, 0.3 mi away at £9.75 an hour, and a space at The Pitch in M50, Salford, 0.3 mi away at £15 an hour. A 24/7 space at MediaCity is also 0.3 mi away and costs £4.50 an hour. The short distances make these useful options when the official car park is busy or when a pre-booked space is preferable.
Busy Days and Driving Around Trafford Wharf Road
The museum opens from 10am to 5pm every day except 24 to 26 December (IWM). The official car park opens earlier, from 7am, so arriving before the museum opens gives drivers a chance to park before the main visiting period begins. The car park closes at 7pm, while charges continue to apply around the clock (IWM).
The site is on Trafford Wharf Road in Wharfside, near Quays, and the coach parking area is in front of the tank after the turn into the main car park (IWM). Drivers arriving in larger vehicles should allow space for the orderly coach arrangement described by the museum.
Walking and Rail Access to IWMN
Manchester United Football Ground railway station is the nearest station listed for IWMN. It is 0.6 mi from the museum, with a 13 min walk to the site. This gives rail users a straightforward alternative to driving and avoids the need to find a space on Trafford Wharf Road.
The museum's address is Trafford Wharf Road, Wharfside, Manchester, M17 1TZ, placing it within the Quays area while remaining in the Wharfside locality. Visitors walking from Manchester United Football Ground railway station should allow the full 13 min journey for the 0.6 mi route. The station is therefore most practical for visitors comfortable with a short walk after leaving the train.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for Imperial War Museum North?
The official car park is on Trafford Wharf Road, M17 1TZ, with secure parking for 160 cars. It opens daily from 7am to 7pm, while charges apply 24 hours a day. Tariffs are £2.50 for up to 1 hour and £5 for up to 3 hours, with pre-bookable alternatives available from 0.2 mi away.
What Are the Official Parking Charges?
The published official tariffs are £2.50 for up to 1 hour and £5 for up to 3 hours. VisitManchester lists longer stays at £5 for 0 to 4 hours, £7 for 4 to 6 hours, £8 for 6 to 8 hours, £10 for 8 to 12 hours and £15 for 12 to 24 hours.
When Is the Car Park Open?
The official car park is open every day from 7am to 7pm, although charges apply 24 hours a day. The museum opens from 10am to 5pm every day except 24 to 26 December, so arriving before 10am gives drivers a chance to park before the main visiting period.
What Alternative Parking Spaces Are Nearby?
Nearby pre-bookable spaces include The Lowry Theatre, 0.2 mi away at £6.50 an hour, and a space in M17 described for IWMN, also 0.2 mi away at £12.50 an hour. MediaCity is 0.3 mi away and costs £4.50 an hour, while TeamSport Go Karting is 0.2 mi away at £5 an hour.
Is Coach Parking Available?
VisitManchester records coach parking at a standard charge of £15 for 24 hours. The coach parking area is in front of the tank after the turn into the main car park. These arrangements are particularly relevant to group visits arriving by coach, and drivers should allow space for the orderly coach arrangement.
What Is the Nearest Railway Station?
Manchester United Football Ground railway station is the nearest station listed. It is 0.6 mi from the museum, with a 13 min walk to the site. This gives rail users a straightforward alternative to driving and avoids the need to find a space on Trafford Wharf Road.
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