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Trains from Reading West to Salford Central (SFD)

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17

train journeys
per day

150

miles (241 kms)

4hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:55 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Reading West to Salford Central (SFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Salford Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Salford Central is approximately 150 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 30 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Salford Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Salford Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Salford Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    14:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:51
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    18:11
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    19:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:49
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    20:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    21:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:42
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:00
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    23:17
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:31
    10 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    05:37
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:40
    10 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:12
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:45
    12 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    11:58
    Reading West
    Salford Central
    Reading West to Salford Central

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Salford Central Station

Station name Salford Central (SFD)
Address Salford Central station, New Bailey Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:25 - 19:35
Tuesday 06:25 - 19:35
Wednesday 06:25 - 19:35
Thursday 06:25 - 19:35
Friday 06:25 - 19:35
Saturday 06:25 - 19:35
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading West and Salford Central

The travel time between Reading West and Salford Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Salford Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

First class tickets on trains between Reading West and Salford Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Reading West and Salford Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading West & Salford Central. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Salford Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Reading West and Salford Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.