The average train between Edinburgh and Salford Quays takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Edinburgh to Salford Quays. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Edinburgh and Salford Quays. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Salford Quays at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 21m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Salford Quays? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley station and arriving at Salford Crescent station via Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Edinburgh to Salford Quays train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Salford Quays train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.
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The distance between Edinburgh and Salford Quays is 281.7 km. The road distance is 337 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Salford Crescent via Preston in around 3h 27m.