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Alsager to Salford Central by train

First train

06:17

Last train

21:49

Departure station

Alsager

Arrival station

Salford Central

Journey time

From 1h 26m

Distance

27 miles (43 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Alsager to Salford Central in 1 hour 26 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Alsager to Salford Central? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to travel the 27 miles (43 km) from Alsager to Salford Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to Salford Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Alsager to Salford Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Salford Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Alsager to Salford Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Alsager to Salford Central take?

The average journey time by train between Alsager and Salford Central is 1 hour and 45 minutes, with around 4 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Alsager and Salford Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alsager to Salford Central is 1 hour and 26 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Alsager to Salford Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Alsager to Salford Central. Travelling from Alsager to Salford Central by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Alsager to Salford Central leave?

The first train from Alsager to Salford Central leaves at 06:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Alsager to Salford Central leave?

The last train from Alsager to Salford Central leaves at 21:49. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Alsager and Salford Central by train?

Trains travelling from Alsager to Salford Central cover a distance of around 27 miles (43 km) during the journey.

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