Edinburgh to Salford by train
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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Salford
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Edinburgh to Salford train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Salford by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Salford take around 3 hours and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 281 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 00:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 00:30, with the last train leaving at around 23:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 27 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 28 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$64.50.
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 Edinburgh to Salford?
The journey between Edinburgh and Salford usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Salford?
The Edinburgh to Salford train travel takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Salford train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salford leaving Edinburgh at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 00:30, with the final departure at 23:30.
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