What is the cheapest way to get from Northwich to Salford?

The cheapest way to get from Northwich to Salford is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Northwich to Salford?

The fastest way to get from Northwich to Salford is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct train between Northwich and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Greenbank and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Northwich to Salford?

The distance between Northwich and Salford is 21 miles. The road distance is 21.2 miles.

How do I travel from Northwich to Salford without a car?

The best way to get from Northwich to Salford without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 1m and costs £8 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Northwich to Salford?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Northwich to Salford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northwich to Salford train from?

Northwich to Salford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Greenbank station.

Where does the Northwich to Salford train arrive?

Northwich to Salford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Northwich to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Northwich to Salford is 21 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Northwich to Salford.

How do I get a train ticket from Northwich to Salford?

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Where can I stay near Salford?

There are 3645+ hotels available in Salford.

Northwich to Salford - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 263 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Northwich to Salford by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Greenbank to AltrinchamChester - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from Altrincham to CornbrookPurple Line / ...
1h 1m
£9–17
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Greenbank to Manchester PiccadillyChester - Manchester Piccadilly
1h 2m
£4–17
Train, line 263 bus
1. Take the train from Northwich to AltrinchamChester - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Trafford Bar263
1h 31m
Drive 21.1 mi
1. Drive from Northwich to Salford21.1 mi
36 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Northwich to Salford21.1 mi
36 min
£45–60

Northwich to Salford by train and tram

131Weekly Services

1h 1mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Northwich, England and Salford, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Greenbank to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £4–17 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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