Train from Salford to Manchester: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Salford to Manchester on December 11
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Compare 3 ways to go from Salford to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

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4 kmDistance
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Average Price$6 - $7Average Duration15m
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Average Price$6 - $15Average Duration13m
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Carpool
Average Price$6 - $6Average Duration20m
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salford to Manchester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Salford to Manchester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Salford to Manchester start at $6. The average price for this train route is around $8. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Salford to Manchester?

    The average train trip from Salford to Manchester takes 13m and covers 8 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9m and is operated by Northern.

  3. Which train operators serve the Salford to Manchester route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salford to Manchester?

    The earliest train from Salford to Manchester departs at 7:05am. The latest train departs at 11:14pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Salford to Manchester?

    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 26 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Salford to Manchester?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Salford to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Salford to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller 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.

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12-09
$5
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Today
$5
12-12
$5
12-13
$5
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12-15
$5
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salford to Manchester was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salford to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $9 for a train ticket from Salford to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-12.

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