The cheapest and fastest trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 6 trains that leave Salford Crescent (SLD) for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Mon, Dec 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 31 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.
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Compare bus and train for Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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€4 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G10059+ C26845 | Delayed 12:54 PM 12:51 PMSalford Crescent (SLD) | 1h21 | 2:12 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
G10059+ G55648 | Delayed 12:54 PM 12:51 PMSalford Crescent (SLD) | 1h08 | 1:59 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 8 | |||||
Y00911 | On time 6:05 AM Salford Crescent (SLD) | 0h26 | 6:31 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y00919 | On time 6:34 AM Salford Crescent (SLD) | 0h26 | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y05942 | On time 7:05 AM Salford Crescent (SLD) | 0h31 | 7:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W49655+ C26563 | On time 7:09 AM Salford Crescent (SLD) | 0h36 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
Y05795 | On time 7:35 AM Salford Crescent (SLD) | 0h25 | 8:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y04867 | On time 8:05 AM Salford Crescent (SLD) | 0h31 | 8:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Salford Crescent to Manchester Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 22:36 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Salford Crescent (SLD) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from $2 (€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 Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 21:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A key is available from the Booking Office and Supervisor's Office upon request.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Onward travel information: Located on The Crescent for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Eccles and Bolton. Maximum distance 300 yards/274m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station near to the roundabout.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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