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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Tameside is to line 216 bus which costs £2 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford to Tameside is to train which takes 16 min and costs £3 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Tameside?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Tameside?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Salford to Tameside?

The distance between Salford and Tameside is 8 miles. The road distance is 10.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Tameside without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £3 - £6.

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

The train from Salford Crescent to Ashton-under-Lyne takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salford to Tameside bus from?

Salford to Tameside bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Tameside train from?

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

Train or bus from Salford to Tameside?

The best way to get from Salford to Tameside is to train which takes 16 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus, which costs £2 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Salford to Tameside bus arrive?

Salford to Tameside bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange station.

Where does the Salford to Tameside train arrive?

Salford to Tameside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ashton-under-Lyne station.

Can I drive from Salford to Tameside?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Tameside is 11 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Salford to Tameside.

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

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Salford to Tameside - 5 ways to travel via train, line 216 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Salford to Tameside by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Ashton-under-Lynetrain Wigan Wallgate - Stalybridge / ...
16 min
£3–6
Line 216 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchangebus 216 / ...
36 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Tamesidetaxi 10.6 mi
23 min
£50–65
Drive 10.6 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Tamesidecar 10.6 mi
23 min
£3–4
Tram
1. Take the tram from Cornbrook to Ashton-under-Lynetram Blue Line / ...
43 min
£2–4

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Distance: 7.8 mi
Duration: 16 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Ashton-under-Lyne hourly. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 36 min.

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