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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$113

Average price

$174

Fastest journey

4 h 36 m

Average duration

5 h 22 m

Trains per day

Distance

270 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Salisbury to Manchester will cost around $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Salisbury for Manchester on Sun, Jul 13, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 36 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 6 h 45 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.

10:44AM4h48

Salisbury

03:32PMManchester

$1131One-way

0 transfers

09:43AM4h36

Salisbury

02:19PMManchester

$1741One-way

0 transfers

10:40AM5h20

Salisbury

04:00PMManchester

$1881One-way

0 transfers

05:45AM6h45

Salisbury

12:30PMManchester

$2211One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Salisbury to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €60.

Distance: 167 miles (269 km)

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus
€134 Average price	€42 Average price Cheapest
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salisbury to Manchester

United Kingdom

Trains from Salisbury to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $31 (€25)

Distance

167 miles (269 km)

Average train duration

4h 13m

Cheapest ticket price

$74 (€60)

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 23m

First train

05:05

Last train

21:15

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $31 (€25)

Train companies: CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and South Western Railway from Salisbury to Manchester trains

Find the best trains to Manchester from Salisbury with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and South Western Railway from $62 (€50). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next journey: you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Salisbury to Manchester train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 4 h 33 min
Cheapest Price: $84

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Salisbury to Manchester with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 4 h 23 min
Cheapest Price: $62

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

South Western Railway from Salisbury to Manchester train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 42 min
Cheapest Price: $467
South Western Railway frequency: 7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Salisbury to Manchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Salisbury to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salisbury to Manchester.

Cheap train tickets from Salisbury to Manchester can start from as little as $70 (€56) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Salisbury to Manchester is $149 (€120); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Salisbury to Manchester is on average 4 h 23 min for the 167 mile (269 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Manchester from Salisbury by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Salisbury to Manchester leaves at 4: 20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Salisbury to Manchester leaves at 9: 15 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Salisbury to Manchester which require at least one change with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Salisbury to Manchester, you can count on CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Salisbury to Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 15 PM.

A trip to Manchester from Salisbury is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Salisbury to Manchester is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Manchester from Salisbury including taking a train or bus.