The average train between Manchester and Saltash takes 6h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Saltash. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Manchester and Saltash. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 9:25 PM which arrives into Saltash at 1:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Manchester to Saltash? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Saltash. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Saltash station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.
Manchester to Saltash train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Saltash train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Manchester to Saltash train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Manchester and Saltash is 367.7 km. The road distance is 485 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Saltash via Birmingham New Street and Plymouth in around 6h 40m.