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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Salford is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Salford is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £24 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Reading to Salford?

The distance between Reading and Salford is 180 miles. The road distance is 177.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Salford without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £24 - £270.

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

The train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Salford train from?

Reading to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Salford train arrive?

Reading to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Salford is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Reading to Salford.

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

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Where can I stay near Salford?

There are 3645+ hotels available in Salford.

Reading to Salford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Salford by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 14m
£24–270
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill InterchangeUk076 / ...
5h
£42–124
Drive 176.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Salford176.2 mi
3h 24m
£43–62
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3h 40m
£76–232
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3h 21m
£86–186

Reading to Salford by train

112Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.4 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £24–270 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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