What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Arena to Salford Quays?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Arena to Salford Quays is to line 33 bus which costs £2 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Arena to Salford Quays?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Arena to Salford Quays is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs £8 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Arena and Salford Quays?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Howard Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Arena and Salford Quays?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Victoria and arriving at Imperial War Museum. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Manchester Arena to Salford Quays?

The distance between Manchester Arena and Salford Quays is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester Arena to Salford Quays without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester Arena to Salford Quays without a car is to tram which takes 22 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Arena to Salford Quays?

The tram from Victoria to Imperial War Museum takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester Arena to Salford Quays bus from?

Manchester Arena to Salford Quays bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Arena to Salford Quays train from?

Manchester Arena to Salford Quays train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Victoria station.

Where does the Manchester Arena to Salford Quays bus arrive?

Manchester Arena to Salford Quays bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Howard Street station.

Where does the Manchester Arena to Salford Quays train arrive?

Manchester Arena to Salford Quays train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Imperial War Museum station.

Where can I stay near Salford Quays?

There are 3653+ hotels available in Salford Quays.

Manchester Arena to Salford Quays - 6 ways to travel via tram, and line 33 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester Arena to Salford Quays by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Victoria to Imperial War Museumtram Red Line
22 min
£2–3
Line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Howard Streetbus 33
29 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester Arena to Salford Quaystaxi 2.8 mi
6 min
£8–11
Walk
1. Take the foot from Manchester Arena to Salford Quayswalk 2.8 mi
54 min
Line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Salford Central Rail Station to Harbour City Metrolink Stopbus 50 / ...
34 min
£2
Tram, line 53 bus
1. Take the tram from Victoria to Trafford Bartram Pink Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Trafford Bar to The Lowrybus 53
38 min
£4–5

Manchester Arena to Salford Quays by foot and bus

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Distance: 3 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Manchester Arena, England and Salford Quays, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Victoria to Imperial War Museum every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Howard Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 22 min.

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