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How to get from Swinton to Stretford by light rail and train?

From Swinton to Stretford by light rail and train

To get from Swinton to Stretford in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the NORTHERN train from Swinton (Manchester) station to Salford Crescent station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the GREEN LINE light rail from Deansgate-Castlefield (Manchester Metrolink) station to Stretford (Manchester Metrolink) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min.

46min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
Walk to Stretford
Leaves from Swinton (Manchester)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swinton (Manchester)
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salford Crescent
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Airport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Deansgate
    5 min
  • 6
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Deansgate-Castlefield (Manchester Metrolink)
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
    Wait for light rail
    GREEN LINE
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Stretford (Manchester Metrolink)
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to Stretford
    Walk to
    Stretford
    320 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Swinton to Stretford by bus

To get from Swinton to Stretford in North West, take the 21 bus from Swinton Shopping Centre (Stop E) station to The Trafford Centre station. Next, take the 25 bus from The Trafford Centre station to Stretford Metrolink (Stop K) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min.

73min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2121
Bus - 2525
Walk to Stretford
Leaves from Swinton Shopping Centre (Stop E)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Swinton Shopping Centre (Stop E)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    The Trafford Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Trafford Centre
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Trafford Centre
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    Stockport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stretford Metrolink (Stop K)
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to Stretford
    Walk to
    Stretford
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Swinton to Stretford

The distance between Swinton, North West and Stretford, North West is approximately 13.46 km, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Swinton to Stretford by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Swinton

Swinton is located at Swinton, North West and the nearest public transport station is Swinton Shopping Centre (Stop D).

Train stations close to Swinton:

  • Clifton (Manchester)

Bus stations close to Swinton:

  • Swinton Shopping Centre (Stop D)
  • Swinton Shopping Centre (Stop E)
  • Swinton Church Of St Peter (Stop B)

Public transport stations close to Stretford, North West

Stretford is located at Stretford, North West and the nearest public transport station is Tresco Avenue.

Bus stations close to Stretford:

  • Tresco Avenue
  • Stretford Metrolink (Stop K)
  • Norwood Road

From Swinton to Stretford by bus

To get from Swinton to Stretford in North West, take the 21 bus from Swinton Shopping Centre (Stop E) station to The Trafford Centre station. Next, take the 25 bus from The Trafford Centre station to Stretford Metrolink (Stop K) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min.

73min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2121
Bus - 2525
Walk to Stretford
Leaves from Swinton Shopping Centre (Stop E)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Swinton Shopping Centre (Stop E)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    The Trafford Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Trafford Centre
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Trafford Centre
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    Stockport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stretford Metrolink (Stop K)
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to Stretford
    Walk to
    Stretford
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Swinton to Stretford?

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line GREEN LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Swinton to Stretford?

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 25.

  • Is there a direct train between Swinton and Stretford in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which train line goes from Swinton to Stretford in North West?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Swinton (Manchester) station near Swinton to Leeds station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line till Leeds station near Stretford in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Swinton to Stretford in North West by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Swinton and Stretford in North West by train and light rail is about 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Swinton to get to Stretford in North West?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Swinton (Manchester) station near Swinton in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Swinton and Stretford in North West?

    Get off the train at the Leeds station, which is closest to Stretford in North West.