Swindon (Wilts) to Salford Central by train
| First train | 07:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 15:12 | |
| Departure station | Swindon (Wilts) | |
| Arrival station | Salford Central | |
| Journey time | From 4h 4m | |
| Distance | 134 miles (216 km) | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast |
How to travel from Swindon (Wilts) to Salford Central by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Swindon (Wilts) to Salford Central? Look no further.
You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Swindon (Wilts) and Salford Central, which usually take 4 hours 9 minutes to complete the 134 miles (216 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 4 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 Salford Central by train, you'll just need to make 4 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
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 Swindon (Wilts) to Salford Central if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Salford Central? 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.
FAQs about the train journey from Swindon (Wilts) to Salford Central
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