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Trip Summary
There are 20 daily trains from Bolton to Salford. Traveling by train from Bolton to Salford usually takes around 21 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in 16 minutes.
| Distance | 8 mi (13 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 16m |
| Lowest price | £2.61 |
| Trains per day | 30 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Bolton to Salford?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Bolton to Salford. However, there are 20 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 20 | 0h 21m | £4.00 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Bolton to Salford tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Bolton at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 20 scheduled trains on most days. 30 of these are direct connections to Salford. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Salford to Bolton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bolton?
Main departure station: Lostock
Bolton has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Salford.
All train stations in Bolton:
Lostock
Bromley Cross Station
Hall-i'-th'-Wood Station
Where is the train station in Salford?
Main arrival station: Salford Crescent
Salford has one train station.
Train stations in Salford:
Salford Crescent
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