What is the cheapest way to get from Southport to Salford Quays?

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Salford Quays is to bus and line 132 bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southport to Salford Quays?

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

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Southport Interchange and arriving at Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop via Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and The Trafford Centre Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Salford Quays?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southport and arriving at Salford Crescent. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Southport to Salford Quays?

The distance between Southport and Salford Quays is 36 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

How do I travel from Southport to Salford Quays without a car?

The best way to get from Southport to Salford Quays without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Southport to Salford Quays?

The train from Southport to Salford Crescent takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Southport to Salford Quays bus from?

Southport to Salford Quays bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Southport Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Salford Quays train from?

Southport to Salford Quays train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.

Train or bus from Southport to Salford Quays?

The best way to get from Southport to Salford Quays is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Southport to Salford Quays bus arrive?

Southport to Salford Quays bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wigan Rail Stations.

Where does the Southport to Salford Quays train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southport to Salford Quays?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Salford Quays is 40 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Southport to Salford Quays.

How do I get a train ticket from Southport to Salford Quays?

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Southport to Salford Quays - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 132 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Salford Crescenttrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
1h 6m
£14–26
Bus, line 132 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southport Interchange to Wigan Rail Stationsbus 385 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 132
3h 34m
£6–7
Drive 40.2 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Salford Quayscar 40.2 mi
52 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southport to Salford Quaystaxi 40.2 mi
52 min
£85–110

Southport to Salford Quays by train

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Southport, England and Salford Quays, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Southport to Salford Crescent hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southport Interchange to Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop via Wigan Rail Stations, Wigan Wallgate Rail Station, and The Trafford Centre Bus Station in around 3h 34m.

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