The average train between Leicester and Salford Quays takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Salford Quays. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Salford Quays at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Salford Quays station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Leicester to Salford Quays train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Salford Quays train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Leicester and Salford Quays is 120.9 km. The road distance is 178 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Harbour City via Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 2h 44m.