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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Deansgate | Urmston | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Deansgate | Urmston | No tags | ||||
| Train | Deansgate | Patricroft | No tags | ||||
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| Train | Manchester Airport | Salford Crescent | No tags |
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Get from Manchester to Salford
The journey takes about 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Salford by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Salford?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Salford start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $6. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Salford?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Salford is 7m, covering a distance of 5 miles (8 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Salford route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Salford?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Salford at 12:11pm. And the latest train departs at 5:46pm.
What is the best train operator from Manchester to Salford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Salford?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Salford?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Salford?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Salford was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Salford, as early as possible.
