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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Salford is to line 321 bus and bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Salford is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £50 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Salford?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Salford. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Black Boy PH and London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Salford?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Salford. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Watford to Salford?

The distance between Watford and Salford is 166 miles. The road distance is 173.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Salford without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Watford to Salford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Salford bus from?

Watford to Salford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Salford train from?

Watford to Salford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train, bus or fly from Watford to Salford?

The best way to get from Watford to Salford is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 43m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £270 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Watford to Salford bus arrive?

Watford to Salford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Watford to Salford train arrive?

Watford to Salford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Watford to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Salford is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Watford to Salford.

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

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Where can I stay near Salford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 40m
£55–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
5h 43m
£31–48
Drive 172.6 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Salfordcar 172.6 mi
3h 25m
£44–63
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 30m
£60–261
Line 321 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
7h 16m
£31–54
Fly Luton Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
5h 41m
£68–230
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h
£221–399
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 14m
£141–504

Watford to Salford by train

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Distance: 165.4 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly via Milton Keynes Central in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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