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Edinburgh to Salford Quays trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Salford Quays takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. The train service runs several times per day 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.

3h 54m
Duration
224 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Salford Quays train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Salford Quays. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Salford Quays at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

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  • Distance: 224.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Salford Quays, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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