Things to know if you're travelling to Etihad Stadium | OneFootball

Brentford take on Manchester City at Etihad Stadium in a Carabao Cup quarter-final on Wednesday 17 December, 7.30pm kick-off.

The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK.

Digital tickets are in use for this matchday and you will receive an email with instructions on how to download yours.

In the event of a draw at full-time, the match will be decided by penalties.

If you are heading to the Etihad on Wednesday, here is everything you need to know to ensure you are ready for your visit and advice on how to get home.

Travel and transport

Travelling by train

Direct trains will run from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes throughout the day.

The last direct train back to London on matchday is at 10.14pm. Return tickets to London are likely to sell out. We recommend you book your tickets as soon as possible.

Local travel to the ground

A fast and frequent Metrolink tram service runs straight to the stadium’s dedicated tram stop, Etihad Campus.

Look for the Ashton-Eccles line when arriving at Manchester Piccadilly or Manchester Victoria and the tram will take you within a two-minute walk from the stadium.

Bus services 216, 230 and 231 from Manchester City Centre bus stop will also take you within a two-minute walk from the Etihad.

You can walk from the city centre to the Etihad in approximately 25 minutes.

Please remember that the route back to the city centre will be busy after the match, and you should allow time for queues for bus or tram services.

Travelling by car

We recommend that if you’re travelling by car, you look at this map of parking options in the city centre, or take advantage of the Park and Ride sites that can take you to the stadium.

A strictly enforced resident parking scheme is in place in the streets around Etihad Campus. Parking will not be available in this area.

Ticketing information - digital tickets are in use for this fixture

Tickets for this fixture will be distributed digitally. You will receive your ticket(s) by email ahead of the match. Please follow the instructions on the email to get your ticket ready on your phone.

For those who have requested a physical ticket or have sent a duplicate ticket request, the away ticket office is located in the south stand and opens two-hours before kick-off.

Any duplicate ticket requests must be sent to Manchester City by the Brentford box office. Please contact Brentford's box office with any enquiries ahead of matchday.

If you’re collecting your ticket at Etihad Stadium, please remember to bring ID.

Please also observe and respect the family-friendly seating. Anyone who holds a ticket in this area is reminded that they should be seated for the duration of the match.

Accessibility

Parking at the ground is available for Blue Badge holders. This must be booked in advance. Email accessibility@brentfordfc.com to book.

For information on wheelchair access, accessible toilets and changing places facilities, and what to do if you’re bringing medical supplies or equipment, use Manchester City’s accessibility guide for visiting supporters.

Your matchday at the Etihad

There are no dedicated away pubs in the vicinity of the stadium. There are plenty of pubs and restaurant options in the city centre where you can meet other Bees fans before the match.

On arrival, food units and a bar will be available outside the east stand.

The away fan entrance is located in the south stand at Turnstiles L1, L2 and L3. Turnstiles open two hours before kick-off.

All bags will be searched on entry. Small, handheld bags, no larger than A4 size will be permitted. Larger items such as backpacks, rucksacks and holdalls will not be allowed into the stadium and, if you must bring a bag that exceeds these limits, you will be required to use the bag drop facilities around the stadium, at a cost of £10 per item.

Have a safe trip and enjoy the match!