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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Birmingham is to rideshare which costs £5 - £14 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £29 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Newhall Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Salford to Birmingham?

The distance between Salford and Birmingham is 82 miles. The road distance is 83 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £29 - £65.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street takes 1h 31m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salford to Birmingham bus from?

Salford to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Birmingham train from?

Salford to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Salford to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Salford to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Salford to Birmingham bus arrive?

Salford to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Salford to Birmingham train arrive?

Salford to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Salford to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Birmingham is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Salford to Birmingham.

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

Book your Salford to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Salford to Birmingham?

Book your Salford to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3341+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Can I share a ride from Salford to Birmingham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Salford and Birmingham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Salford to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Salford to Birmingham by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 31m
£29–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Birminghamrideshare 82.6 mi
1h 55m
£5–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
1h 55m
£10–17
Bus via Tesco Salford
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3h 5m
£19–42
Drive 82.5 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Birminghamcar 82.5 mi
1h 37m
£20–29

Salford to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 81.4 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Street hourly. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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