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Blackpool to Salford Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 17 daily train trips between Blackpool and Salford. The average train journey from Blackpool to Salford takes one hour and 9 minutes, but some Northern Rail train trips are as short as one hour and 5 minutes.

Distance38 mi (61 km)
Fastest train1h 5m
Lowest price$14.96
Trains per day23
Most frequent serviceNorthern Rail
Train lines1

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Which train should you take from Blackpool to Salford?

Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Blackpool to Salford. However, there are 17 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Northern Rail171h 9m$21.28
  • 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 about traveling by train from Blackpool to Salford

The distance between Blackpool and Salford is approximately 38 miles, or 61 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 9 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 5 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains from Blackpool to Salford are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Blackpool at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 17 scheduled trains on most days. 23 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 Blackpool.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Blackpool?

Main departure station: Layton (Lancs) Station

There are two stations in Blackpool where you can board the train to Salford.

All train stations in Blackpool:

  • Layton (Lancs) Station

  • Blackpool North Station

Where is the train station in Salford?

Main arrival station: Salford Crescent

Salford has one train station.

All train stations in Salford:

  • Salford Crescent

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