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Compare train and coach for Westhoughton to Salford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Westhoughton to Salford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. 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 coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 17 km
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55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Westhoughton to Salford train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:20
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:49 Westhoughton | 0h40 | 06:29 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Westhoughton to Salford
Trains from Westhoughton to Salford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 23:47 |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Westhoughton to Salford trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Westhoughton and Salford from £9. 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
40m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 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
FAQs: Westhoughton to Salford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Westhoughton 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 Westhoughton to Salford.

The train distance from Westhoughton to Salford is 17 km.
Booking trains from Westhoughton to Salford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Westhoughton to Salford covers a distance of 17 km and takes approximately 40m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Westhoughton to Salford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The first train from Westhoughton to Salford leaves at 5:37.
The cheapest way to get from Westhoughton to Salford is by train, costing approximately £9.
The last train from Westhoughton to Salford departs at 23:47.
The train station in Westhoughton that goes to Salford is Daisy Hill (DSY), and it arrives at Salford Central (SFD).
Trains from Westhoughton to Salford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Westhoughton to Salford.
Yes, you can take the train from Westhoughton to Salford.
There is no night train service from Westhoughton to Salford.
Yes, there is a direct train between Westhoughton and Salford. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
To get from Westhoughton to Salford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Westhoughton and Salford
Westhoughton
Salford
The major train station for departures in Westhoughton is Daisy Hill. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Daisy Hill for your trip from Westhoughton to Salford.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 19:25 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, 31 steps from ticket hall to platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: by the booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Daisy Hill
- Onward travel information: On Leigh Road for buses to Westhoughton or Atherton. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Leigh Road outside the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
information
Parking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile paving at this station - access to both platforms is via steep ramps only
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Westhoughton
- Onward travel information: Located on Church Street for buses to Wigan, Manchester, Bolton, Chorley and Leigh. Maximum distance 25 yards/23m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Church St, near station entrance. (Outside newsagents for Wigan, station side for Bolton)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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 Westhoughton.
Amenities at train station
information
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
information
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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