Birmingham to Salford by train
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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Salford
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Travelling from Birmingham to Salford by train
Want to know how to get from Birmingham to Salford by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Birmingham to Salford take around 1 hour and 47 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 114 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham is scheduled to depart at around 05:57. The last departure is usually at around 23:22 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Birmingham at around 05:57, with the last train leaving at around 22:55. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 40 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$66.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Salford, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Salford.
Is there a direct train from Birmingham to Salford?
The journey between Birmingham and Salford usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Birmingham to Salford every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Birmingham to Salford?
The Birmingham to Salford train travel takes about 1 hour and 47 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Birmingham to Salford train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salford leaving Birmingham at around 05:57 and the last train leaving at around 23:22 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Birmingham at around 05:57, with the final departure at 22:55.
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- From Leeds to Salford From US$32.00
- From Newcastle upon Tyne to Salford From US$45.50
- From Huddersfield to Salford From US$17.73
- From Southport to Salford From US$10.00
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- From Preston to Salford From US$6.00
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- From Salford to Bolton From US$5.50
- From Salford to Manchester From US$4.76
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- From Salford to Manchester Airport From US$5.50
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