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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Salford takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow to Salford. 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 31m
Duration
219 mi
Distance
£76
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Glasgow to Salford train times

Trains run hourly between Glasgow and Salford. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Salford at 6:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 23m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 38m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow to Salford? 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.

Map of how to get from Glasgow to Salford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 219.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Salford, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Salford Crescent via Preston in around 3h 28m.

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