Compare prices and tickets Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 1 miles (2 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 1 miles (2 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 21:58 |
Cheapest month Dec |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Sun |
Least busy day Sun |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Salford Central (SFD) from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salford Central (SFD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:25 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Ramped access to platforms and ticket office. We regret that wheelchair users cannot board or alight here, due to excessive wheelchair ramp gradients between the train and the very low-height platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Located on both sides of New Bailey Street for buses to Bolton, Eccles and Piccadilly Gardens. Maximum distance 120 yards/110m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station on New Bailey Street.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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