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Community Shield 2026
Book official coach travel to this year's Community Shield game
Direct travel to the Community Shield by coach
Principality Stadium, Cardiff
16 August 2026
Kick off the football season in style with Manchester City v Arsenal in this year's Community Shield game.
Book official coach travel to Principality Stadium from Manchester and make sure you catch every second of the action.
For more information please visit the official Principality Stadium website.
The most environmentally friendly way to travel to the big game
Adult coach ticket return fares from just £55
Child coach ticket return fares from just £49
Coaches will arrive at the stadium from 11:30am, giving you plenty of time to find your seat.
All coaches will leave Principality at 18.00pm. In the event of extra time or penalties, coaches will leave 60 mins after the end of the game.
Arranging assisted travel
We have a dedicated team to support our customers, you can contact our Assisted Travel Team to talk through any assistance needs via our Accessibility and inclusion webpage.
Arranging assisted travel
We have a dedicated team to support our customers, you can contact our Assisted Travel Team to talk through any assistance needs via our Accessibility and inclusion webpage.
Frequently asked questions
The coach services for Manchester City V Arsenal run to Principality Stadium, Cardiff on 16 August 2026.
All coaches will arrive at Principality from 11:30am and leave Principality at 18:00pm
The coach will drop you off in the coach park directly outside the stadium, and pick you up from exactly the same location.
A return journey to the Community Shield game Manchester City V Arsenal is available from £55.
USB Charging
Our coaches are fitted with USB A charging points on the back of our chair. On some coaches the design may differ if there is a 240v household plug socket instead.
Free Wi-Fi
Our Wi-Fi service is available on our National Express branded network of coaches and it's free to use!
Simply connect to the Wi-Fi network named "National Express Coach"
Reclining Leather Seats
Our coaches have leather reclining seats. The below images details where the recline button is. In addition there are foldable arm rests, and a tray table on the rear of the seat which incorporates a cup holder and stand for your smart phone.
On Board Toilet
All our National Express Coaches have a toilet on board.* This is located at the back of the coach and also includes a sink. The toilet can be used during your journey.
Personal Ventilation & Reading Light
Above your seat you will find a vent that you can easily open for cool air and a reading light.
