What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Salford?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Salford is to rideshare which costs £5 - £16 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Salford?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Salford is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £30 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newhall Street and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Salford?

The distance between Birmingham and Salford is 82 miles. The road distance is 83.5 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Salford without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Salford without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Salford?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Salford bus from?

Birmingham to Salford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Salford train from?

Birmingham to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Salford?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Salford is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £40 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Birmingham to Salford bus arrive?

Birmingham to Salford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham to Salford train arrive?

Birmingham to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Salford is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Birmingham to Salford.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Salford?

Book your Birmingham to Salford train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Salford?

Book your Birmingham to Salford bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Salford?

There are 3804+ hotels available in Salford.

Can I share a ride from Birmingham to Salford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Birmingham and Salford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Salford by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 28m
£30–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Birmingham to Manchesterrideshare 83.4 mi
1h 56m
£5–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
1h 55m
£10–40
Drive 83 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Salfordcar 83 mi
1h 36m
£21–30

Birmingham to Salford by train

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Distance: 81.4 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Salford, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 1h 55m. National Express also services this route every 30 minutes.

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