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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Salford is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Salford is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Salford?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Salford station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Southampton to Salford?

The distance between Southampton and Salford is 227 miles. The road distance is 217.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Salford without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £95 - £150.

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

The train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly takes 4h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Salford bus from?

Southampton to Salford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Salford train from?

Southampton to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Salford?

The best way to get from Southampton to Salford is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Southampton to Salford bus arrive?

Southampton to Salford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southampton to Salford train arrive?

Southampton to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Salford is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Southampton to Salford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Salford?

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Southampton to Salford - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Southampton to Salford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 14m
£95–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
6h 25m
£39–66
Drive 216.2 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Salfordcar 216.2 mi
3h 58m
£54–77
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 19m
£69–245
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 10m
£93–162
Fly Southampton Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL)plane SOU - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
5h 52m
£96–234
Fly Southampton Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane SOU - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoriatrain
9h 23m
£90–207
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain
5h 49m
£121–268

Southampton to Salford by train

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Distance: 226.1 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £95–150 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 25m.

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