Salford to Manchester by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Salford to Manchester? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 1 kilometre.

Train cost between Salford to Manchester

Getting from Salford to Manchester by rail typically costs €4.13, but runs about €4 if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to €4. Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Salford to Manchester departure timetable

On this route, 90 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Salford at 06:22 and the last leaving at 23:47 during the week.

For weekend travel to Manchester, the earliest departure is at 00:22 and the last one is at 22:18. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 7 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Salford to Manchester

The swiftest journey time on this route is 4 minutes, crossing a total distance of 1 kilometre.

How early can you book train tickets between Salford and Manchester?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Further insights on trains from Salford to Manchester

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Manchester city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Salford and Manchester by train?

The total journey from Salford to Manchester is 1 kilometre.

How much does the train from Salford to Manchester cost?

The minimum fare on this route is €4.13. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around €4. If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately €4.

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Salford to Manchester?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 and a half months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Salford to Manchester?

The fastest journey takes 4 minutes.