Manchester Metro Link Flashcards
1
Q
When did it open?
A
1992
2
Q
Explain the network
A
Consists of seven lines which radiate from Manchester city centre to various areas around Manchester e.g. termini at Altrincham + Manchester Airport
3
Q
Describe it
A
The largest light rail system in the United Kingdom
Operates at intervals of 5 mins at peak periods and 12-15 minutes at less busy periods
4
Q
Benefits
A
Fleet of 32 vehicles making 52,000 journeys everyday = 19 million journey’s a year
Research = at least 3.5 million car journeys along Metrolink corridor have been prevented each year
