Major new transport plans unveiled for Salford with 'better' journeys ahead

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and Salford City Council have revealed proposals to improve public transport and active travel along the 50 bus route between Salford Crescent railway station and MediaCityUK.

The plans are intended to deliver quicker, more reliable bus journeys, better walking and cycling routes, and more accessible, comfortable stops.

Subject to all necessary powers and consents, work is anticipated to start in 2027.

The plans include:

• A new bus gate on South Langworthy road to improve journey times and make services more reliable. When services run on time, they can better meet demand and help prevent overcrowding.
• Minor adjustments at the Regent Road / M602 / Trafford Road roundabout to help manage traffic and keep vehicles moving smoothly.
• Bus stops along the route will be upgraded to improve passenger information with the introduction of Passenger Information Displays at key stops, enhanced accessibility through raising kerbs for easier boarding and alighting, installation of new shelters with seating for comfort, and improved safety by introducing safer crossing facilities nearby.
• New pedestrian and cycle crossings at key locations including MediaCityUK, Broadway Roundabout, Langworthy Road, and Liverpool Street to make everyday journeys safer and easier.
• Protected cycle lanes added along Liverpool Street and Langworthy Road to link up with the existing facilities on South Langworthy Road, providing continuous, separated space for people cycling.
• Junctions at Broadway, Eccles New Road, Langworthy Road, and Liverpool Street will also be improved to enhance safety and better support all road users. This will include signal controlled pedestrian crossings, new protected cycle lanes and updated road markings so junctions work as efficiently as possible as well as new pedestrian and cycle crossings.

Alison Chew, TfGM’s Interim Director of Bus, said: “Through the Bee Network, we are building a joined-up transport system that connects people with places and opportunities – making it safer, easier and more affordable to travel across Greater Manchester.

These plans intend to deliver quicker, more reliable bus journeys alongside better walking and cycling routes and more accessible and comfortable bus stops.

“These revised proposals reflect early feedback we have had on this scheme, and we remain committed to working with our communities to ensure we shape the Bee Network in a way that works for everyone.”

Councillor Mike McCusker, Lead Member for Planning, Transport and Sustainable Development at Salford City Council, said: “We want people to be able to travel around Salford as efficiently and safely as possible, offering the best sustainable travel options we can. The route between Salford Crescent railway station and MediaCity is now one of the city’s busiest transport corridors.

“Proposals put forward will help improve journeys for everyone, creating safer and more attractive walking and cycling routes for people who live in, work in, or visit the city. We want to increase public transport use and active travel, such as cycling, which will help to combat congestion for all.

“I would encourage residents, businesses and commuters to have their say on the plans so local views can be fully taken into account. We are grateful to everyone who has already shared their feedback, which has helped shape these proposals.”

People can have their say on these plans until 22 February by going here