The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Salford Central (SFD) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
13:440h34Manchester Airport (MIA)14:18Salford Central (SFD)£51One-way0 changes
11:251h04Manchester Airport (MIA)12:29Salford Central (SFD)£51One-way0 changes
14:440h34Manchester Airport (MIA)15:18Salford Central (SFD)£51One-way0 changes
10:170h40Manchester Airport (MIA)10:57Salford Central (SFD)£51One-way0 changes
6:170h42Manchester Airport (MIA)6:59Salford Central (SFD)£61One-way0 changes
14:440h34Manchester Airport (MIA)15:18Salford Central (SFD)£51One-way0 changes
13:440h34Manchester Airport (MIA)14:18Salford Central (SFD)£51One-way0 changes
10:170h40Manchester Airport (MIA)10:57Salford Central (SFD)£51One-way0 changes
7:170h42Manchester Airport (MIA)7:59Salford Central (SFD)£61One-way0 changes
6:170h42Manchester Airport (MIA)6:59Salford Central (SFD)£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 13 km
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55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:47 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h48 | 13:35 Salford Central (SFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:52 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h36 | 15:28 Salford Central (SFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 6:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h42 | 6:59 Salford Central (SFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h42 | 7:59 Salford Central (SFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h40 | 10:57 Salford Central (SFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h04 | 12:29 Salford Central (SFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD)
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:21, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 34m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 2:21 |
Last train 21:17 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Salford Central (SFD) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) 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 Central (SFD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Salford Central (SFD)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Salford Central (SFD) trains use the Manchester Airport to Salford Crescent station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Salford Central (SFD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
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.
