Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Salford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Salford

With a population of 72,750, Salford is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Salford deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Salford

If you’re looking for affordable options, Embankment Kitchen (16 Chapel Street) and The Swan Salford (2 Wavendon Road) are great picks.

When to visit Salford

Salford in March
Estimated hotel price
£67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salford in March
Estimated hotel price
£67
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Salford

Plane

When flying to Salford, you’ll arrive at Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Salford include British Airways, Loganair and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Salford departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Salford. The train journey from Salford to Birmingham takes 1h 35m and costs around £33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £80 for a 4h 40m trip. Located 0.8 miles from the city centre, Salford Weaste Metrolink is the busiest station in Salford. Another popular train station is Salford Central, located 1.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Salford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 165 miles from Salford. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Salford using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Salford takes 70 miles and will cost you around £10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

When flying to Salford, you’ll arrive at Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Salford include British Airways, Loganair and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Salford departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Salford. The train journey from Salford to Birmingham takes 1h 35m and costs around £33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £80 for a 4h 40m trip. Located 0.8 miles from the city centre, Salford Weaste Metrolink is the busiest station in Salford. Another popular train station is Salford Central, located 1.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Salford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 165 miles from Salford. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Salford using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Salford takes 70 miles and will cost you around £10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Salford

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Salford

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,909 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,871 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,407 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,178 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,569 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,554 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,383 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (400 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,198 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,268 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salford

From 5-star hotels such as the The Lowry Hotel Manchester to great affordable options like the Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Salford Quays By IHG, Salford offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £54 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £554 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Imperial Salford Hotel and The Black Lion Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Salford

Most booked hotels in Salford

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The Lowry Hotel Manchester
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£123+
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Holiday Inn Express Stockport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£54+
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Dreamhouse Apartments Manchester City West
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£172+
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The Black Lion Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£56+
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Holiday Inn Express Manchester Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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Hiring a car in Salford

Hiring a car in Salford costs £31 per day, on average, or £63 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.47 per litre in Salford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.59 and £23.45. The most frequently booked car type in Salford is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Salford costs £31 per day, on average, or £63 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.47 per litre in Salford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.59 and £23.45. The most frequently booked car type in Salford is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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