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Salford to Manchester Airport train prices and times

Planning a journey from Salford to Manchester Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £2.10, with average prices for this route around £2.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:19 Salford Crescent	00:44 Manchester Airport	25m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:09 Salford Crescent	11:55 Manchester Airport	46m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:10 Salford Crescent	12:39 Manchester Airport	29m, Direct	Find Tickets
12:52 Salford Crescent	13:56 Manchester Airport	1h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:52 Salford Crescent	14:08 Manchester Airport	1h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
14:07 Salford Crescent	14:35 Paris	28m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Salford to Manchester Airport train route details

First train

00:19

Last train

23:48

Departure station

Salford

Arrival station

Manchester Airport

Journey time

25m

Distance

9 miles

Price

£2.10*

Train Operators

Northern, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Salford to Manchester Airport

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Salford to Manchester Airport. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Salford to Manchester Airport for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Salford to Manchester Airport, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Salford to Manchester Airport ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Salford to Manchester Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Salford to Manchester Airport train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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