Travelling to the John Smith's Grand National

Grand National Location Map

Aintree Racecourse is located on the A59, just one mile from the M57 and M58, which link the M62 and M6. Follow the A59 to Liverpool and the AA signs as you approach the racecourse for routes to the car parks.

By rail

The easiest way to reach Aintree is by train. The nearest mainline station to Aintree is Liverpool Lime Street. Liverpool Central Station is just a short walk from Lime Street, where you can catch a train to Aintree. Aintree Station is directly opposite the racecourse, where regular trains run every 7¹/₂ minutes on racedays.

By bus

Aintree can be reached by bus on services: 300, 311, 345, 350 and 351 both to and from Liverpool. From Bootle New Strand take route 61A. For further information on bus routes, contact Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 or visit www.merseytravel.gov.uk

By road

From South Leave M6 at J21A and join M62 west. Leave M62 at J6 to join M57, follow signs for races.
From North Leave M6 at J26 and join M58, follow signs for races.
From Mersey Tunnels Follow signs for Preston, then for A59, then signs for races.

Click the logo to access AA Route Planner

Car parking

There is limited car parking for a fee at the racecourse. The easiest way of reaching Aintree is by rail, with Aintree Station directly opposite the racecourse. Limited on-course parking is available for the Grand National meeting and costs £10 for Steeplechase parking, with the nearest car park, County car park, starting at £22. This can be booked by calling our Booking Line on 0844 579 3001.

Other than Steeplechase and County Car Parking, there is no other car parking in and around Aintree Racecourse. Buses, taxis, private hire and trains all operate to Aintree and special arrangements have been made for them. Please note there is no Park and Ride service for 2010.

A new, dedicated bus service will operate between Liverpool City Centre and Aintree Racecourse each morning to allow racegoers a seamless journey to the racecourse. The return service from the Racecourse back to the City Centre will have additional capacity and will drop racegoers back in the heart of the city centre, close to hotels, rail links and public transport, or, to continue your celebrations. Fares and directions to the city centre bus terminus will be posted soon.

If you have pre-bought Racecourse Car Parking, please follow the directions on the back of your car park label, and the appropriate temporary traffic signage. With the exception of County Car Park labels, please do not use satellite navigation systems (to the racecourse postcode) as this will take you to the ‘wrong’ side of the racecourse.

Aintree address for SatNav users

Aintree Racecourse
Ormskirk Road
Aintree
Liverpool
L9 5AS

Google Maps

By air

Liverpool John Lennon Airport is the nearest airport to the racecourse and is a 20-minute drive by road. Alternatively, take a bus to Liverpool South Parkway Merseyrail station where you can catch a train to Aintree [change at Liverpool Central or Moorfields onto the Ormskirk train]. The journey takes approximately 1 hour. Manchester Airport is approximately a 45-minute drive by road.

Useful numbers

Rail enquiries 08457 48 49 50
Traveline 0871 200 22 33
Aintree Racecourse 0151 522 2929

Discover Liverpool

A visit to the John Smith’s Grand National is a great opportunity to spend a few days exploring the Liverpool City Region. From the delights of Liverpool’s nightlife to celebrate your winnings, to the rural retreat of the sand dunes at Formby.

Liverpool, World Heritage city, is home to the largest Anglican Cathedral in Europe, two premiership football clubs [Everton and Liverpool], the finest examples of neo-classical architecture, its very own Tate Liverpool and museums plus experiences dedicated to The Beatles.

Discovering the region

Liverpool is the centre of a dynamic area containing seaside resorts, breathtaking landscapes, vibrant towns and villages with a host of historic places and stories. Just a short drive from Liverpool is Southport, England’s Classic Resort, featuring glorious beaches, shops and restaurants, a great selection of bars and 22 miles of unspoilt coastline. Over the water is the Wirral Peninsula with outstanding beauty and coastal towns and to the East lies St.Helens, Halton and Knowsley. The region has over 35,000 hectares of nationally or internationally important nature conservation sites and over 30 miles of beaches and coastline.

Accommodation

Choosing the right accommodation is an important part of enjoying your time in the region for the John Smith’s Grand National meeting. From 4*city centre hotels to guest houses, serviced apartments and B&B’s, there is a range of accommodation available for your budget. Please do book early to make sure you can take advantage of the best deals available.

Book accommodation at: www.visitliverpool.com/grandnational
Call Liverpool Tourist Accommodation booking service on: (+44) (0) 844 8700 123 or email: bookaroom@merseyside.org.uk

Useful Contacts

Liverpool John Lennon Airport 0870 750 8484 or www.liverpoolairport.com
National Rail Enquiries 08457 484 950 or www.nationalrail.co.uk
Merseytravel 0871 200 2233 or www.merseytravel.gov.uk
Traveline 0870 608 2608
National Express 0870 580 8080 or www.nationalexpress.com

Disabled Facilities

When making your booking, please inform our sales advisors of any special access requirements you have so that we can advise you on your enclosure choice and arrange for any assistance that you may require. Call 0844 579 3001 or click here for a brief summary of our disabled access.