4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darwen to Salford
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darwen to Salford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darwen to Salford will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Darwen 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 26 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 39 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Darwen to Salford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darwen to Salford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 26 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£3 Average Price | £2 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darwen to Salford train times
The table below shows live departures for Darwen to Salford trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:56 Darwen | 0h39 | 08:35 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darwen to Salford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Darwen to Salford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 37m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 05:46 |
Last train 23:21 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Darwen to Salford trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Darwen and Salford from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Darwen to Salford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darwen 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 Darwen and Salford
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7.
- Bryan St Chippy
- The Old Chapel Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Astley Bank Hotel
- Whitehall Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several local bus services available
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:25 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Onward travel information: Located on both sides of New Bailey Street for buses to Bolton, Eccles and Piccadilly Gardens. Maximum distance 120 yards/110m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station on New Bailey Street.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 21:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A key is available from the Booking Office and Supervisor's Office upon request.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Onward travel information: Located on The Crescent for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Eccles and Bolton. Maximum distance 300 yards/274m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station near to the roundabout.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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