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Cheap bus tickets from Salford to Manchester
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Bus from Salford to Manchester: Journey Information
There are 10 intercity buses per day from Salford to Manchester. Traveling by bus from Salford to Manchester usually takes around 19 minutes, but the fastest Witchway bus can make the trip in 12 minutes.
- Distance
- 2 mi (3 km)
- Shortest duration
- 12m
- Cheapest price
- $3.89
- Trips per day
- 10
- Most frequent service
- Witchway
- Bus lines
- 1
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Salford to Manchester Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Salford to Manchester:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Salford to Manchester?
Bus tickets for a trip from Salford to Manchester cost about $4 when you book at the cheapest time, on the day you travel. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Salford to Manchester by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Salford to Manchester in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $4 to $4. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 4, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Manchester this week, bus tickets are available starting at $4.
Average bus ticket prices from Salford to Manchester by month
Traveling from Salford to Manchester by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $4 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap bus tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.
What bus companies travel from Salford to Manchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Salford to Manchester. Witchway connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witchway | 10 | 19m | $3.92 |
Book Witchway from Salford to Manchester from $3.89. There are 10 trips per day offered by Witchway from Salford to Manchester and you can expect on average to pay $3.92 for a Witchway ticket to Manchester. In Salford, Witchway departs to Manchester from Higher Broughton Gt Cheetham St. In Manchester, Witchway arrives at Manchester Coach Station.
An average trip on Witchway from Salford to Manchester takes 19 minutes, while the fastest available Witchway trip will get you to Manchester in 12 minutes.
On weekends, Witchway offers 29 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $3.89 for a weekend trip to Manchester.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Salford to Manchester
There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from Salford to Manchester every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Salford to Manchester without transferring.
Trips per day
10
Direct trips
10
The bus takes an average of 19 minutes to cover the 2 miles from Salford to Manchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
2
Distance (km)
3
The first bus leaves at 6:45 AM and the last bus leaves at 10:02 PM. To see the times for all buses from Salford to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
6:45am
Latest bus
10:02pm
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Manchester. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
Most crowded
Saturday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Manchester
Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as “The Capital of the North,” Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for the football, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Salford?
Main departure station: Higher Broughton Gt Cheetham St
Most buses depart from the main station in Salford.
All bus stations in Salford:
- Higher Broughton Gt Cheetham St
Where does the bus arrive in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Manchester Coach Station
A short walk from the city center, Manchester Coach Station is located on Chorlton Street on the ground floor of a multistory parking garage. It has basic facilities including restrooms, food kiosks, and a small newsagent. The station's shops are open between 06:30 am and 7:00 pm each day. Neighboring streets offer several bars and other food options. As a major hub for National Express, this station is the departing point for trips to Birmingham, London, Northern Ireland, and Ireland. Local buses depart from streetside shelters outside the station.
All bus stations in Manchester:
- Manchester Coach Station
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