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Southport to Salford Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southport to Salford Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €2.37, with average prices for this route around €2.37. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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23:18
7 hours 40 minutes, Changes required
Southport
06:58
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Salford Central
MerseyrailTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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Southport to Salford Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:03
Last train
Last train
23:18
Departure station
Departure station
Southport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Salford Central
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 15 minutes
Distance
Distance
53 km
Price
Price
€2.37*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Southport to Salford Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southport to Salford Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southport to Salford Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Southport to Salford Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.