What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Salford Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Salford Central Station is to train which costs £1 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Salford Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Salford Central Station is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs £6 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Salford Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Salford Central Rail Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Salford Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Salford Central. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Salford Central Station?

The distance between Manchester and Salford Central Station is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Salford Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Salford Central Station without a car is to line 38 bus which takes 7 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Salford Central Station?

The line 38 bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Salford Central Rail Station takes 7 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Salford Central Station bus from?

Manchester to Salford Central Station bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Salford Central Station train from?

Manchester to Salford Central Station train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Salford Central Station?

The best way to get from Manchester to Salford Central Station is to line 38 bus which takes 7 min and costs £2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £1 and takes 9 min.

Where does the Manchester to Salford Central Station bus arrive?

Manchester to Salford Central Station bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Salford Central Rail Station.

Where does the Manchester to Salford Central Station train arrive?

Manchester to Salford Central Station train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Salford Central station.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Salford Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Salford Central Station?

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Manchester to Salford Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Salford Central Station by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Line 38 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Salford Central Rail Stationbus 38 / ...
7 min
£2
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Salford Centraltrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central
9 min
£1
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Salford Central Stationtaxi 1.4 mi
4 min
£6–8
Walk
1. Take the walk from Manchester to Salford Central Stationwalk 4,570 ft
16 min

Manchester to Salford Central Station by bus

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Distance: 1.1 mi
Duration: 7 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Salford Central Station, England?

Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Salford Central Rail Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Salford Central once a week. Tickets cost £1 and the journey takes 9 min.

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