Trains to Eccles (Manchester) from Salford Central
| First train | 05:17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:37 | |
| Departure station | Salford Central | |
| Arrival station | Eccles (Manchester) | |
| Journey time | From 16m | |
| Distance | 3 miles (5 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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How to travel from Salford Central to Eccles (Manchester) by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Salford Central to Eccles (Manchester)? Look no further.
You'll usually find 26 trains per day running between Salford Central and Eccles (Manchester), which usually take 43 minutes to complete the 3 miles (5 km) journey. It can take as little as 16 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Eccles (Manchester) by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. TransPennine Express trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Eccles (Manchester).
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Salford Central to Eccles (Manchester) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Eccles (Manchester)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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