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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Salford
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Salford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Salford will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Coventry for Salford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
8:302h42Coventry11:12Salford£281One-way0 changes
- 8:302h42Coventry11:12Salford£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Coventry to Salford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Salford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 131 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£32 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coventry to Salford train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Salford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:30 Coventry | 2h42 | 11:12 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Cross Country?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Cross Country, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Coventry to Salford.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry to Salford
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Trains from Coventry to Salford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Coventry to Salford trainsCross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Coventry and Salford from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Coventry to Salford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Salford 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 Salford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Salford
Most Coventry to Salford trains use the Coventry to Salford Central station pair, with some services arriving at Salford Crescent. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Salford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Coventry station do trains to Salford leave from?
Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre
Coventry train station facilities and services
Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Salford station do trains from Coventry arrive at?
Getting to Salford Central from Salford city centre
Salford Central is 2 km from Salford city centre. Public transport options include:
Salford Central train station facilities and services
Salford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salford Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salford Central: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Salford Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Ramped access to platforms and ticket office. We regret that wheelchair users cannot board or alight here, due to excessive wheelchair ramp gradients between the train and the very low-height platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Salford Crescent from Salford city centre
Salford Crescent train station facilities and services
Salford Crescent has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salford Crescent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salford Crescent.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salford Crescent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salford Crescent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salford Crescent: 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.
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