The cheapest and fastest trains from Salford to Walkden
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salford to Walkden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salford to Walkden will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 22 trains that leave Salford for Walkden every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 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.
7:030h13Salford7:16Walkden£41One-way0 changes
8:030h13Salford8:16Walkden£41One-way0 changes
9:030h13Salford9:16Walkden£41One-way0 changes
10:030h13Salford10:16Walkden£41One-way0 changes
11:030h13Salford11:16Walkden£41One-way0 changes
19:350h11Salford19:46Walkden£41One-way0 changes
20:350h11Salford20:46Walkden£41One-way0 changes
21:350h11Salford21:46Walkden£41One-way0 changes
22:030h11Salford22:14Walkden£41One-way0 changes
17:260h12Salford17:38Walkden£41One-way0 changes
Live departures
Salford to Walkden train times
The table below shows live departures for Salford to Walkden trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:03 Salford | 0h13 | 7:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:03 Salford | 0h13 | 8:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:03 Salford | 0h13 | 9:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:03 Salford | 0h13 | 10:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:03 Salford | 0h13 | 11:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:03 Salford | 0h13 | 12:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:03 Salford | 0h13 | 13:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:03 Salford | 0h13 | 14:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:03 Salford | 0h13 | 15:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:03 Salford | 0h13 | 16:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:03 Salford | 0h13 | 17:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:26 Salford | 0h12 | 17:38 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:03 Salford | 0h13 | 18:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:03 Salford | 0h13 | 19:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:35 Salford | 0h11 | 19:46 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:03 Salford | 0h13 | 20:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:35 Salford | 0h11 | 20:46 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:03 Salford | 0h13 | 21:16 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:35 Salford | 0h11 | 21:46 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:03 Salford | 0h11 | 22:14 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:47 Salford | 0h13 | 23:00 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:47 Salford | 0h12 | 23:59 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salford to Walkden
Trains from Salford to Walkden run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 11m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Salford to Walkden trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Salford and Walkden from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salford to Walkden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salford to Walkden 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 Walkden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salford and Walkden
Most Salford to Walkden trains use the Salford Central to Walkden station pair. Use this guide to compare Salford and Walkden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salford station do trains to Walkden leave from?
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.
Which Walkden station do trains from Salford arrive at?
Getting to Walkden from Walkden city centre
Walkden train station facilities and services
Walkden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Walkden.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Walkden.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Walkden: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Walkden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Walkden: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Walkden Road, up 14 steps into the ticket office and then up 28 steps onto the platform. Trains to Manchester leave on the left. Services Towards Wigan leave on the right, 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.
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