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Manchester traffic and travel news, updates, incidents, accidents and more

Greater Manchester has a large and busy public transport and motorway system. Motorways in the region include the M60 ring road, M56, M62, M602, M66, M67 and M6. There is also a Metrolink tram system and major rail terminals at Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria.

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18:58, 18 AUG 2026
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M62 crash RECAP as two lanes closed to traffic near Eccles Interchange - latest updates
M62
Two lanes were shut on the eastbound carriageway with 60 minute delays reported
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Tributes paid to teens killed in M9 crash as survivors remain in serious condition
Crime
The four survivors were from the same family and remain in a 'serious' condition at various hospitals across Ireland
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All of the Greater Manchester motorway closures this week, including on the M6, M60 and M62
Traffic and travel
We've compiled a full list of the roads set to close from Monday to Thursday
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New details unveiled for huge development next to one of Greater Manchester's busiest motorway junctions
Prestwich
Around 1,550 homes could be built off Simister Island on the edge of the M60
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Manchester Airport passengers travelling this week issued warning about 'dangerous assumption'
Manchester Airport
The disruption will affect Manchester Airport passengers with travellers warned about a 'dangerous' assumption
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Why are the M60 and M56 so bad?
Traffic and travel
The north west has been named as having the worst motorways and 'A' roads in England
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M56 crash RECAP as motorway shut near Manchester Airport after crash sees one car overturn and another catch fire
M56
The eastbound carriageway closed to traffic following the collision
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'They are just ignoring the fine - they think it's worth risking it. It's absolutely out of control'
Parklife Festival
With hundreds of parking penalties handed out during Parklife 2026, local homeowners reveal why drivers are actively ignoring permit schemes and parking outside their doors. Hannah Richardson reports.
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M62 fire RECAP after queues stretch for miles with lanes closed
M62
Motorists were facing heavy traffic
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Their biggest worry was once escaped cows, now it's huge developments on their doorstep
Trafford
12,000sqm of warehouses are proposed on a field in the area
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All of the Greater Manchester motorway closures this weekend, including on the M6, M60 and M62
Greater Manchester News
We've compiled a full list of the roads set to close from Friday to Monday
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M60 traffic RECAP after road blocked with long queues on three motorways
M60
Drivers have been facing delays on the M60
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M56 traffic RECAP as carriageway towards Manchester blocked by 'vehicle on fire'
Traffic and travel
Emergency services are at the scene
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Wythenshawe fire engine crash sees driver taken to hospital and trams towards Manchester Airport halted
Wythenshawe
The Metrolink line to Manchester Airport is currently suspended
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M62 to close every night for six weeks as repairs take place on landmark bridge
M62
The closure to allow bridge repairs to take place has already been pushed back twice
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M62 traffic RECAP after crash blocks carriageway between Rochdale and Heywood
Traffic and travel
Traffic is moving slowly through the area
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Catania Airport cancels all inbound flights after Mount Etna eruption
Travel
All inbound flights to Catania Airport in Sicily have been suspended until 5pm following Mount Etna's latest eruption
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'This is chaos': Tintwistle villagers forced to step in as HGVs gridlock streets after major closure
Woodhead Pass
Tintwistle residents in the Woodhead Pass area say they are 'redirecting traffic' as drivers try to avoid the road closures
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All of the Greater Manchester motorway closures this week, including on the M6, M60 and M62
Greater Manchester News
We've compiled a full list of the roads set to close from Monday to Thursday
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Woodhead Pass has just reopened after a moor fire - now it's going to close again
Woodhead Pass
The road reopened on July 31 after being shut for more than a fortnight
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Broken down train in Greater Manchester causes more pain for railway passengers
Trains
Delays are expected until 6pm tonight
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Trams stopped after Droylsden crash involving Metrolink tram and car
Metrolink
Services were held up
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Drivers face long queues for hours after M6 crash damages central reservation
M6
Repairs are taking place
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Manchester Carnival 2026 road closures in full as Manchester prepares for huge celebration
Caribbean Carnival
Now in its 54th year, Manchester Carnival returns to Alexandra Park as the largest celebration of Caribbean Carnival culture in the North of England
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