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, The Black Friar (Blackfriars Rd) and Embankment Kitchen (16 Chapel Street) are great picks.

When to visit Salford

Salford in March
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salford in March
Estimated hotel price
£64
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 American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Salford departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Salford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Salford to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m 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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Salford, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Salford takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 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 American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Salford departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Salford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Salford to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m 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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Salford, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Salford takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Salford

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Salford

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salford

Average rates range from around £86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £179 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
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£139+
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Kimpton Clocktower Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£117+
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Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£128+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Holiday Inn Express Manchester - Salford Quays
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Copthorne Hotel Manchester Salford Quays
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£54+
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Hiring a car in Salford

Hiring a car in Salford costs £38 per day, on average, or £75 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, 13% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Salford is Compact (Mini Hatch or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Salford costs £38 per day, on average, or £75 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, 13% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Salford is Compact (Mini Hatch or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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