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Outbound fromNorthampton to Salford Central by train
It takes an average of 2h 54m to travel from Northampton to Salford Central by train, over a distance of around 103 miles (165 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Northampton to Salford Central and tickets for this journey start from £143 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:10 | |
| Departure station | Northampton | |
| Arrival station | Salford Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 37m | |
| Distance | 103 miles (165 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £143 | |
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Taking the train from Northampton to Salford Central in 2 hours 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Northampton to Salford Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 54 minutes to travel the 103 miles (165 km) from Northampton to Salford Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train 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. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Avanti West Coast for all or at least part of your journey to Salford Central.
Book train tickets from Northampton to Salford Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £143.00. 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.
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Cheap train tickets from Northampton to Salford Central
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Northampton to Salford Central is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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