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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Salford Quays is to line 30 bus which costs £2 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Salford Quays is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £10 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Salford Quays?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Central Bay. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Salford Quays?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Harbour City. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Salford Quays?

The distance between Manchester and Salford Quays is 3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Salford Quays without a car is to tram which takes 21 min and costs £1 - £3.

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

The tram from Piccadilly Gardens to Harbour City takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

Manchester to Salford Quays train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Manchester to Salford Quays bus arrive?

Manchester to Salford Quays bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Central Bay station.

Where does the Manchester to Salford Quays train arrive?

Manchester to Salford Quays train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Harbour City station.

Where can I stay near Salford Quays?

There are 3650+ hotels available in Salford Quays.

Manchester to Salford Quays - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 30 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Salford Quays by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Piccadilly Gardens to Harbour Citytram Blue Line
21 min
£1–3
Line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Central Baybus 30
22 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Salford Quaystaxi 3.5 mi
9 min
£10–13
Walk
1. Take the foot from Manchester to Salford Quayswalk 2.9 mi
55 min

Manchester to Salford Quays by tram

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Distance: 2.5 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Piccadilly Gardens to Harbour City every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Central Bay every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 22 min.

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