Anfield sits in a residential part of North Liverpool, so matchday travel needs more thought than the distance from the city centre suggests. Plan the journey there and the journey back before choosing a pub or food stop.
Road controls and bus arrangements can change by fixture. Use Liverpool FC's current travel page on the day, not an old screenshot or a saved fare.
The short version
- Public transport is usually easier than driving.
- The 917 runs from Commutation Row and Soccerbus connects with Sandhills station.
- Residential parking controls are enforced on event days.
- Choose a post-match meeting point away from the stadium gates.
Choose your route before leaving town
Liverpool FC's matchday travel guide lists the current bus, rail, taxi, walking and cycling options. The 917 service runs from Commutation Row near Lime Street, while Soccerbus links Sandhills station with the stadium.
Service start times, queues and fares can change. Check the fixture-specific advice and the Merseytravel journey planner before you set off.
Do not rely on street parking
Parking near Anfield is limited. Liverpool FC tells drivers not to park on residential streets, where a permit scheme operates and enforcement takes place on matchdays and major event days.
If you need accessible parking, read the club's current parking guidance before booking travel. Matchday spaces are limited and have their own application process.
Allow for road closures
Walton Breck Road and streets around the stadium may close before or after a match. The club's local residents matchday page carries current closure and pedestrian-route information.
That matters after the final whistle, when a short route shown on your phone may be blocked or packed. Follow the signed pedestrian route and allow extra time for the return bus or train.