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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Salford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 83 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Derby to Salford, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Salford:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Salford costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Salford take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 30m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 1h 45m by car). Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Salford are Liverpool and Leeds. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Salford on Omio.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
Travel 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 Derby to Salford.
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Salford:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Salford costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Salford take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 30m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Derby and Salford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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