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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Salford is to rideshare which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Salford is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Salford?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Salford. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Salford Crescent via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Salford?

The distance between Glasgow and Salford is 221 miles. The road distance is 211.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Salford without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Glasgow to Salford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Salford bus from?

Glasgow to Salford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Salford train from?

Glasgow to Salford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Salford?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Salford is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Glasgow to Salford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Salford train arrive?

Glasgow to Salford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Salford is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Glasgow to Salford.

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

Book your Glasgow to Salford train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Salford?

There are 3802+ hotels available in Salford.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow to Salford?

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

Glasgow to Salford - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Glasgow to Salford by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Salford Crescenttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 28m
£68–137
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow to Manchesterrideshare 211.3 mi
4h 13m
£13–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h
£25–45
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
4h 56m
£52–144
Bus via Salford Shopping Centre
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 23m
£28–45
Drive 210.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Salfordcar 210.1 mi
3h 31m
£51–74
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
5h
£64–170
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 4m
£64–165
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 52m
£71–174

Glasgow to Salford by train

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Distance: 219.3 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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