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

The cheapest way to get from Salford Quays to Birmingham is to bus via Newhall Street which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford Quays to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Salford Quays and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford Quays to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Huron Basin and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Salford Quays and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Salford Quays to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Harbour City and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Salford Quays to Birmingham?

The distance between Salford Quays and Birmingham is 85 miles. The road distance is 82.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford Quays to Birmingham without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Salford Quays to Birmingham, including transfers.

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

Salford Quays to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

Salford Quays to Birmingham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Harbour City station.

Where does the Salford Quays to Birmingham bus arrive?

Salford Quays to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Salford Quays to Birmingham train arrive?

Salford Quays to Birmingham train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Salford Quays to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford Quays to Birmingham is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Salford Quays to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Salford Quays to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Salford Quays to Birmingham by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Harbour City to Piccadillytram Blue Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 19m
£31–68
Bus via Newhall Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
3h 13m
£11–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2h 57m
£19–42
Drive 81.8 mi
1. Drive from Salford Quays to Birminghamcar 81.8 mi
1h 36m
£20–29

Salford Quays to Birmingham by tram and train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.3 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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