The average train between Preston and Salford Quays takes 1h 7m and the fastest train takes 59 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Preston 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 every 30 minutes between Preston and Salford Quays. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Salford Quays at 5:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Deansgate and take an average of 1h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 7m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Preston 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 Preston to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Harbour City station via Deansgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.
Preston to Salford Quays train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Salford Quays train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Harbour City station.
The distance between Preston and Salford Quays is 42.2 km. The road distance is 52 km.
There is no direct connection from Preston to Salford Quays. However, you can take the train to Deansgate, walk to Deansgate-Castlefield, then take the vehicle to Harbour City.