What is the cheapest way to get from Salford to Ainsdale?

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Ainsdale is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford to Ainsdale?

The fastest way to get from Salford to Ainsdale is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Ainsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford station to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Leamington Road via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Ainsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Salford to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Ainsdale via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Salford to Ainsdale?

The distance between Salford and Ainsdale is 39 miles. The road distance is 38.7 miles.

How do I travel from Salford to Ainsdale without a car?

The best way to get from Salford to Ainsdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Salford to Ainsdale?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Salford to Ainsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salford to Ainsdale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Salford to Ainsdale train from?

Salford to Ainsdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Salford Crescent station.

Train or bus from Salford to Ainsdale?

The best way to get from Salford to Ainsdale is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £22 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Salford to Ainsdale bus arrive?

Salford to Ainsdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Salford to Ainsdale train arrive?

Salford to Ainsdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Salford to Ainsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Ainsdale is 39 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Salford to Ainsdale.

How do I get a train ticket from Salford to Ainsdale?

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Where can I stay near Ainsdale?

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Salford to Ainsdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Salford to Ainsdale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
1h 21m
£16–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Leamington Roadbus X2
2h 57m
£9–21
Drive 38.5 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Ainsdalecar 38.5 mi
52 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Ainsdaletaxi 38.5 mi
52 min
£85–100

Salford to Ainsdale by train

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Distance: 39 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Salford, England and Ainsdale, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Southport hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leamington Road via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 57m.

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