How to Travel from
Glasgow to Salford
by Plane, Rideshare or Car
Three ways to Travel from Glasgow to Salford
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (340 km)
3 h 30 min
340 km.
from $18
Fastest
Plane from Glasgow (Glasgow International Airport) to Salford (Manchester Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
3 h 30 min
340 km.
from $12.93
Transport providers
Airlines
Ryanair
Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Monday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.71–$265.81
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$44.30–$189.87
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$37.97–$227.84
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$291.13
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$41.77–$291.13
easyJet
Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$303.79
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$63.29–$278.47
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$329.10
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.23–$227.84
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52
British Airways
Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$620.23
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$113.92–$518.97
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$582.26
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$531.63
Aer Lingus
Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$620.23
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$113.92–$518.97
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$582.26
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$696.18
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$531.63
Ryanair UK
Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$26.58–$265.81
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Glasgow to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$49.37
Megabus UK
Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99
Scottish Citylink
Bus from Glasgow to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$69.62–$101.26
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52
Train operators
Avanti West Coast
Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81
Train from Birmingham International to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$49.37–$164.55
East Midlands Railways
Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$30.38
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Glasgow to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
5h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62
Cross Country
Train from Birmingham International to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$177.21
TransPennine Express Service
Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58
Train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$37.97
Northern Rail
Train from Preston to Salford
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66
Train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66
Transport for Wales
Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Birmingham International to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$45.57–$69.62
Other operators
BlaBlaCar
Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Glasgow to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
4h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.99–$49.37
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Salford?
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Salford is to rideshare which costs $16.30 - $42.39 and takes 4h 13m.
What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Salford?
The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Salford is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $52.17 - $239.13 .
Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Salford?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Glasgow and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.
Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Salford?
No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Salford. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Salford Crescent via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
How far is it from Glasgow to Salford?
The distance between Glasgow and Salford is 353 km. The road distance is 340.8 km.
How do I travel from Glasgow to Salford without a car?
The best way to get from Glasgow to Salford without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $52.17 - $239.13 .
How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Salford?
It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Glasgow to Salford, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Glasgow to Salford bus from?
Glasgow to Salford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Glasgow station.
Where do I catch the Glasgow to Salford train from?
Glasgow to Salford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Salford?
The best way to get from Glasgow to Salford is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $52.17 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $86.96 and takes 5h, you could also fly, which costs $38.04 - $163.04 and takes 4h 34m.
Where does the Glasgow to Salford bus arrive?
Glasgow to Salford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.
Where does the Glasgow to Salford train arrive?
Glasgow to Salford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
Can I drive from Glasgow to Salford?
Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Salford is 341 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Glasgow to Salford.
How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Salford?
Book your Glasgow to Salford train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Salford?
Book your Glasgow to Salford bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
Where can I stay near Salford?
There are 3268+ hotels available in Salford. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
Can I share a ride from Glasgow to Salford?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Glasgow and Salford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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