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

The cheapest way to get from Salford Quays to Manchester Central is to line 30 bus which costs £2 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford Quays to Manchester Central is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs £8 - £10.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Huron Basin and arriving at Watson Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harbour City and arriving at Deansgate-Castlefield. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Salford Quays to Manchester Central?

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

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

The best way to get from Salford Quays to Manchester Central without a car is to line 30 bus which takes 19 min and costs £2.

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

The line 30 bus from Huron Basin to Watson Street takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Salford Quays to Manchester Central bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Huron Basin station.

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

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

Where does the Salford Quays to Manchester Central bus arrive?

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

Where does the Salford Quays to Manchester Central train arrive?

Salford Quays to Manchester Central train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Where can I stay near Manchester Central?

There are 3658+ hotels available in Manchester Central.

Salford Quays to Manchester Central - 4 ways to travel via line 30 bus

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

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Line 30 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Huron Basin to Watson Streetbus 30
19 min
£2
Tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Harbour City to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Blue Line
22 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford Quays to Manchester Centraltaxi 2.4 mi
5 min
£8–10
Walk
1. Take the walk from Salford Quays to Manchester Centralwalk 2.4 mi
47 min

Salford Quays to Manchester Central by bus and foot

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Distance: 2.6 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

Bee Network operates a bus from Huron Basin to Watson Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Metrolink operates a vehicle from Harbour City to Deansgate-Castlefield every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 15 min.

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