How to get from Salford to Altrincham by bus and light rail?

From Salford to Altrincham by bus and light rail

To get from Salford to Altrincham in North West, take the 36 bus from Salford Cathedral station to Piccadilly Gardens station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE light rail from Piccadilly Gardens (Manchester Metrolink) station to Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min.

46min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3636
Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
Walk to Altrincham
Leaves from Salford Cathedral

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Salford Cathedral
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Piccadilly Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Piccadilly Gardens
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Piccadilly Gardens (Manchester Metrolink)
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PURPLE LINE
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to Altrincham
    Walk to
    Altrincham
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Salford to Altrincham by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Salford to Altrincham in North West: take the PURPLE LINE light rail from St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink) station to Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min.

46min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
Walk to Altrincham
Leaves from St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink)
    1.23 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PURPLE LINE
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to Altrincham
    Walk to
    Altrincham
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Salford to Altrincham

The distance between Salford, North West and Altrincham, North West is approximately 15.54 km, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Salford to Altrincham by bus and light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Salford

Salford is located at Salford, North West and the nearest public transport station is Salford Cathedral.

Bus stations close to Salford:

  • Salford Cathedral
  • Salford Central
  • Salford Central Rail Station (Stop Wy)

Public transport stations close to Altrincham, North West

Altrincham is located at Altrincham, North West and the nearest public transport station is Hazel Road.

Bus stations close to Altrincham:

  • Hazel Road
  • The Downs
  • Cresta Court Hotel

Related Routes

From Salford to Altrincham by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Salford to Altrincham in North West: take the PURPLE LINE light rail from St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink) station to Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min.

46min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
Walk to Altrincham
Leaves from St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink)
    1.23 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PURPLE LINE
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to Altrincham
    Walk to
    Altrincham
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Salford to Altrincham?

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 36, Bus line PURPLE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Salford to Altrincham?

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Bus line PURPLE LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Salford and Altrincham in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Salford to Altrincham in North West?

    The 36 bus line goes from Salford Cathedral station near Salford to Piccadilly Gardens station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Piccadilly Gardens station near Altrincham in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Salford to Altrincham in North West by bus and light rail?

    The total travel time between Salford and Altrincham in North West by bus and light rail is about 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Salford to get to Altrincham in North West?

    Get on the 36 bus from the Salford Cathedral stop near Salford in North West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Salford and Altrincham in North West?

    Get off the bus at the Piccadilly Gardens station, which is closest to Altrincham in North West.

  • When is the first train from Salford to Altrincham in North West?

    The first train from Salford to Altrincham in North West is Northern. It leaves the Manchester Piccadilly station at 07:06.