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Salford Crescent train station is located near the University of Salford, in Greater Manchester. It's also the nearest station for the regenerated waterfront area of MediaCityUK, where the BBC calls home and ITV films Coronation Street.

Those wanting more than TV, though, will also enjoy the Lowry Outlet Mall and many other big-name shops. With over a million passengers passing through a year, the station underwent a £12 million upgrade in 2012, with the ticket office now straddling University Road West, opening up the two platforms, and the accessible footbridge added to link the ticket office and platforms. The station, two miles west of the much larger Manchester Piccadilly on the Manchester to Preston Line, operates a regular service to Manchester Airport and Manchester Victoria from platform 1, and out to Blackpool, Southport and Clitheroe from platform 2.

Station details & facilities

Trains to Salford Crescent station

Salford Crescent train station is mainly served by Northern trains, which connect Blackpool North to Salford Crescent in 1h 12m, Hazel Grove to Salford Crescent in 37m and Alderley Edge to Salford Crescent in 40m.

Need more information on how to get to Salford Crescent by train? Check out our dedicated page to trains to Salford Crescent.

Salford Crescent train station departures and arrivals

Want to know when your next train from/to Salford Crescent station departs? Scroll down this page and click on the ‘Departures’ tab if you want to check all trains departing from Salford Crescent railway station or click on the ‘Arrivals’ tab for more information about all services arriving into Salford Crescent.

Salford Crescent train station is near the University of Salford, between the Peel Park and Frederick Road Campus. A footbridge, which runs the width of the station has both lifts and steps and connects the ticket office and both platforms on the station's single island. Both recently extended platforms have canopies and seating, and there's plenty of cycle storage outside the ticket office.

Salford Crescent train station parking

Salford Crescent train station doesn't have its own car park. If you're getting to the station by car and you need to leave it before taking the train, you can use one of the car parks nearby, such as Allerton Car Park, which is only a few minutes away.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Salford Crescent station open?

Salford Crescent station is open every day that services are running to and from the station. The station usually opens just before the first train of the day leaves and then closes after the last train departs. Ticket office opening hours may vary.

Are trains running today from Salford Crescent station?

Trains arrive into and depart from Salford Crescent station almost every day, although there may be fewer services during the weekends and bank holidays. Check our live train times for up-to-date information on trains running to and from Salford Crescent.

Are there toilets at Salford Crescent station?

Yes, there are toilets available to use at Salford Crescent station.

Are dogs allowed at Salford Crescent station?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Salford Crescent station, but they should be kept on a lead or in a pet carrier at all times.

Departures and arrivals from Salford Crescent

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Salford Crescent station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.
Departing toTrainTimePlatformStatus
to RochdaleNorthern20:311On time
to Manchester AirportNorthern20:341On time
to Blackpool NorthNorthern20:432On time
to StalybridgeNorthern20:441On time
to Wigan WallgateNorthern20:44On time
Arriving fromTrainTimePlatformStatus
from Blackpool NorthNorthern20:341On time
from Wigan WallgateNorthern20:35On time
from BlackburnNorthern20:381On time
from Manchester AirportNorthern20:432On time
from RochdaleNorthern20:502On time
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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