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How to get from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) by light rail?

From Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) in Trafford Bar: take the PURPLE LINE light rail from St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink) station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min.

26min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
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)
    1.03 km • 14 min
  • 2
    Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PURPLE LINE
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)
    Ride to light rail station
    Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) by bus

Take one direct bus from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) in Trafford Bar: take the 15 bus from Major Street station to Warwick Road South station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min.

43min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1515
Walk to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)
Leaves from Major Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Major Street
    1.24 km • 17 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Roedean Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Warwick Road South
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)
    Walk to
    Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)
    430 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)

The distance between Salford Central Station, Trafford Bar and Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink), Trafford Bar is approximately 5.01 km, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Trafford Bar – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Salford Central Station

Salford Central Station is located at New Bailey Street, Trafford Bar and the nearest public transport station is Salford Cathedral.

Bus stations close to Salford Central Station:

  • Salford Cathedral
  • Manchester Crown Court
  • Trinity Church

Public transport stations close to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink), Trafford Bar

Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) is located at Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink), Trafford Bar and the nearest public transport station is Gorse Avenue.

Bus stations close to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink):

  • Gorse Avenue
  • Warwick Road
  • Tesco

Related Routes

From Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) by bus

Take one direct bus from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) in Trafford Bar: take the 15 bus from Major Street station to Warwick Road South station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min.

43min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1515
Walk to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)
Leaves from Major Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Major Street
    1.24 km • 17 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Roedean Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Warwick Road South
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)
    Walk to
    Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)
    430 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)?

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Bus line PURPLE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)?

    The alternative route takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Salford Central Station and Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)?

    Yes, there’s a direct light rail going from Salford Central Station in Salford to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) in Trafford Bar in 26 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)?

    The PURPLE LINE light rail line goes from St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink) station near Salford Central Station in Salford to Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station near Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) in Trafford Bar.

  • How long does it take to travel from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) by light rail?

    The total travel time between Salford Central Station in Salford and Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) in Trafford Bar by light rail is about 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Salford Central Station to get to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)?

    Get on the PURPLE LINE light rail from the St Peter's Square (Manchester Metrolink) station near Salford Central Station in Salford.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Salford Central Station and Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)?

    Get off the light rail at the Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station, which is closest to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) in Trafford Bar.

  • When is the first bus from Salford Central Station to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink)?

    The first bus from Salford Central Station in Salford to Old Trafford (Manchester Metrolink) in Trafford Bar is Manchester - Urmston. It leaves the Major Street stop at 09:20.