If you’ve ever been to Anfield for a major match, you know the atmosphere is world-class. You also know that the atmosphere in the bus queue after the final whistle… isn’t.
With Liverpool’s 2026 schedule packed with massive home fixtures—including Fulham (11 April), the Champions League Quarter-Final against PSG (14 April), and Crystal Palace (25 April)—thousands of fans will be trying to get back to the city centre at the exact same time.
Here is why the standard “Soccerbus” or 917 Express might not be the best play for your group, and how Manpool Transfers offers a tactical advantage.
The Match Day “Long Walk”
Anfield is a legendary stadium, but it wasn’t built for the quick departure of 61,000 people. On a match day:
- The 917 Queue: The express shuttle to Lime Street often sees fans waiting for 45 to 90 minutes on Walton Lane just to board a bus.
- Road Closures: Walton Breck Road and parts of Anfield Road close periodically (often from 4:00 PM to midnight for late kick-offs), meaning taxis and Ubers can’t get anywhere near the ground.
- The “Town” Trek: Many fans resort to the 30-minute walk back to the city centre. While it’s a great way to soak up the post-match buzz, it’s not ideal if it’s raining or if you have children or elderly fans in your party.
The Manpool “Tactical Pick-Up”
At Manpool Transfers, we have match-day travel down to a science. We don’t get stuck in the road closures because we don’t try to drive to the turnstiles.
Instead, we arrange a designated meeting point just outside the restricted zone (usually a 5-10 minute walk from the Kop or the Main Stand).
- No Queuing: While others are standing in the rain for the 917, you are walking straight to your waiting vehicle.
- Swift Exit: Because we pick you up outside the primary congestion zone, we can get you onto the main roads and back to your home or hotel while the stadium traffic is still at a standstill.
- Group Savings: When you split the cost of a Mercedes V-Class between four people, the price is often comparable to multiple “event-priced” Ubers—but with ten times the comfort.
Vehicle Options for the Fans
- Mercedes V-Class (4 Passengers): The ultimate way for a small group or corporate guests to travel. Leather seats, climate control, and a professional driver who knows the city’s backstreets.
- XLWB Ford Tourneo (6 Passengers): Heading to the game with the whole family or a group of mates? Our “Big Boot” minibus ensures everyone has a proper seat and plenty of space to celebrate (or commiserate) the result.
Covering Every Home Game
Whether it’s a Saturday 3:00 PM kick-off or a high-stakes Champions League night under the lights, we provide reliable return transfers. Remember, we cover the whole of the UK for return trips—so if you’re a Reds fan travelling in from Manchester, North Wales, or further afield, we’ve got you covered.
Beat the Anfield queues. Book your match day transfer now:
- Mobile / WhatsApp: +447377339872
- Email: info@manpool.co.uk
- Website: manpool.co.uk