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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Salford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
42 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Salford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Salford will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Preston for Salford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
06:220h53
Preston07:15Salford
£181One-way
0 changes
04:251h04
Preston05:29Salford
£181One-way
0 changes
18:241h05
Preston19:29Salford
£181One-way
0 changes
06:220h53
Preston07:15Salford
£181One-way
0 changes
04:251h04
Preston05:29Salford
£181One-way
0 changes
18:241h05
Preston19:29Salford
£181One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Salford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Salford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£15 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Salford train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:09
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:25 Preston | 1h04 | 05:29 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:51 Preston | 0h55 | 05:46 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:22 Preston | 0h53 | 07:15 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Salford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Salford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 23:49 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Preston to Salford trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Preston and Salford from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
£11
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£28
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Preston to Salford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Salford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to Salford.
The train distance from Preston to Salford is 42 km.
The train journey from Preston to Salford covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 53m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Preston to Salford leaves at 5:13.
Booking trains from Preston to Salford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Preston to Salford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The last train from Preston to Salford departs at 23:49.
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Salford is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train station in Preston that goes to Salford is Preston station (PRE), and it arrives at Salford Crescent (SLD).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston to Salford.
Trains from Preston to Salford run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Preston to Salford.
There is no night train service from Preston to Salford.
Yes, there is a direct train between Preston and Salford. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
To get from Preston to Salford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Salford
Preston
Salford
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Salford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transport options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
The major train station for arrivals in Salford is Salford Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salford Central for your journey to Salford from Preston.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:25 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Salford Central
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 21:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Public transport options for Salford Crescent
- 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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