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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Salford is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Salford is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Salford?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Salford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Brindleheath Road via Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackburn and arriving at Salford Crescent. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Blackburn to Salford?

The distance between Blackburn and Salford is 22 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Salford without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £16.

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

The train from Blackburn to Salford Crescent takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Salford bus from?

Blackburn to Salford bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Salford train from?

Blackburn to Salford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Train or bus from Blackburn to Salford?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Salford is to train which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and line 8 bus, which costs and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Blackburn to Salford bus arrive?

Blackburn to Salford bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Blackburn to Salford train arrive?

Blackburn to Salford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Salford is 24 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Blackburn to Salford.

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

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Where can I stay near Salford?

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Blackburn to Salford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and line 8 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackburn to Salford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Salford Crescenttrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
42 min
£8–16
Drive 23.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Salfordcar 23.5 mi
41 min
£6–9
Line 1 bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 1
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Brindleheath Roadbus 8
1h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackburn to Salfordtaxi 23.5 mi
41 min
£50–65

Blackburn to Salford by train

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Distance: 22.4 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackburn to Salford Crescent every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Brindleheath Road via Bolton Interchange in around 1h 48m.

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