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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Manchester Central is to train which costs £1 and takes 12 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Manchester Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frederick Road and arriving at St James Square. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Manchester Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Deansgate. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How far is it from Salford to Manchester Central?

The distance between Salford and Manchester Central is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Manchester Central without a car is to train which takes 12 min and costs £1.

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

The train from Salford Crescent to Deansgate takes 3 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Salford to Manchester Central bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Frederick Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Salford to Manchester Central?

The best way to get from Salford to Manchester Central is to train which takes 12 min and costs £1. Alternatively, you can line 50 bus, which costs £2 and takes 21 min.

Where does the Salford to Manchester Central bus arrive?

Salford to Manchester Central bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at St James Square station.

Where does the Salford to Manchester Central train arrive?

Salford to Manchester Central train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Deansgate station.

How do I get a train ticket from Salford to Manchester Central?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Central?

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Salford to Manchester Central - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 50 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Salford to Manchester Central by train, bus, tram, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
12 min
£1
Line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Frederick Road to St James Squarebus 38 / ...
21 min
£2
Tram
1. Take the tram from MediaCityUK to St Peter's Squaretram Blue Line
27 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Manchester Centraltaxi 2.4 mi
5 min
£8–10
Line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Tesco Salford to St Peter's Squarebus 38 / ...
30 min
£2
Walk
1. Take the foot from Salford to Manchester Centralwalk 2.3 mi
44 min

Salford to Manchester Central by train and foot

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Distance: 1.8 mi
Duration: 12 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Deansgate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1 and the journey takes 3 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Frederick Road to St James Square every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 13 min.

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