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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD)
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
2 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Salford Central (SFD) on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 2 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:02 AM0h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:29 AMSalford Central (SFD)$31One-way0 transfers- 5:02 AM0h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:29 AMSalford Central (SFD)$31One-way0 transfers
4:58 AM0h19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:17 AMSalford Central (SFD)$31One-way0 transfers- 7:02 AM0h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:29 AMSalford Central (SFD)$31One-way0 transfers
- 4:58 AM0h19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:17 AMSalford Central (SFD)$31One-way0 transfers
- 6:02 AM0h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:29 AMSalford Central (SFD)$31One-way0 transfers
- 7:02 AM0h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:29 AMSalford Central (SFD)$31One-way0 transfers
- 5:02 AM0h27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:29 AMSalford Central (SFD)$31One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $3, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 1 miles (2 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$3 Average price | $3 Average price Cheapest |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD):
A bus is $0.27 (€0.22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) costing on average $3 (€3).
Other travel options to Salford Central (SFD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 43m.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G16311+G85326 | On time 5:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h19 | 6:17 AM Salford Central (SFD) | 1 transfer | |
| G89542 · L89237 | On time 6:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h27 | 6:29 AM Salford Central (SFD) | 1 transfer | |
| G89545 · P24114 | On time 6:33 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h24 | 6:57 AM Salford Central (SFD) | 1 transfer | |
| G89548 · L89242 | On time 7:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h27 | 7:29 AM Salford Central (SFD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD)
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 1 miles (2 km) distance in 3m.
Distance 1 miles (2 km) |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3m |
First train 4:58 AM |
Last train 8:33 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, 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.
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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)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Salford Central (SFD) trains use the Manchester Airport to Salford Crescent station pair, with some services arriving at Salford Central. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Salford Central (SFD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Salford Crescent from Salford city centre
Salford Crescent train station facilities and services
Salford Crescent has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salford Crescent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salford Crescent.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salford Crescent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salford Crescent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salford Crescent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, The station is accessed from the main road ( A6,THE CRESCENT) and the corner of University Road There is a lift available at the end of the overbridge (facing the steps of which there is 36 down onto the platform). The lift is available from first to last train, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Salford Central from Salford city centre
Salford Central is 2 km from Salford city centre. Public transport options include:
Salford Central train station facilities and services
Salford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salford Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salford Central: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Salford Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salford Central: 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.
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