Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
You can pick from 13 daily train trips between Salford and Lancaster. The average train journey from Salford to Lancaster takes one hour and 10 minutes, but some Northern Rail + Connections train trips are as short as 51 minutes.
| Distance | 44 mi (71 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 51m |
| Lowest price | $8.02 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Salford to Lancaster?
2 train services operate from Salford to Lancaster. Northern Rail + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 10 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 2 | 1h 20m | $18.24 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 10 | 1h 8m | $24.71 |
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.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Salford to Lancaster start from $24, and on average cost . Daily there are 10 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Lancaster. Northern Rail + Connections in Salford leaves from Salford Central and one other station. And in Lancaster trains arrive at Lancaster Train Station .
From Salford to Lancaster train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 1 hours and 8 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lancaster faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 51 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Salford to Lancaster are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Salford at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 13 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lancaster to Salford.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Salford?
Main departure station: Salford Central
There are two stations in Salford where you can board the train to Lancaster.
All train stations in Salford:
Salford Central
Salford Crescent
Where is the train station in Lancaster?
Main arrival station: Lancaster Train Station
Lancaster has one train station.
All train stations in Lancaster:
Lancaster Train Station
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Lancaster to Salford?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more