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Trains from Watford Junction to Salford Central (SFD)

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14

train journeys
per day

148

miles (238 kms)

2hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 01:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Salford Central (SFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Salford Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Salford Central is approximately 148 miles (238 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 45 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Salford Central.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Salford Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Salford Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:38
    6 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    20:58
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:31
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    21:58
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:28
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    23:46
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:25
    9 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:18
    9 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Watford Junction
    Salford Central
    Watford Junction to Salford Central

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Watford Junction and Salford Central

The travel time between Watford Junction and Salford Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Salford Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:21.

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

Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Salford Central. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Salford Central.

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