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London to Salisbury by train
It takes an average of 1h 39m to travel from London to Salisbury by train, over a distance of around 79 miles (126 km). There are normally 46 trains per day traveling from London to Salisbury and tickets for this journey start from $13 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:35 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:40 pm | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Salisbury | |
| Journey time | From 1h 22m | |
| Distance | 79 miles (126 km) | |
| Frequency | 46 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $13 | |
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Travel from London to Salisbury by train
Planning a trip to this medieval cathedral city and looking for more information about the journey by train from London to Salisbury? We’ve got you covered!
Generally, it takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel from London to Salisbury. However, the fastest services can get you there in just 1 hour and 22 minutes. As there are 44 direct trains available on this route, you can sit back and relax as you don’t need to make any changes during your journey.
On this route, you’ll board a South Western Railway (SWR) train at London Waterloo station. Once you’ve found your seat, you can begin to enjoy the onboard amenities, such as comfortable seating and free WiFi. Fancy treating yourself? Upgrade to SWR First Class and take advantage of wider leather seats, extra legroom, larger tables, power sockets and complimentary food and drinks. In just under an hour and a half, you’ll arrive at Salisbury station.
Once you’ve exited the station, you’re just a short walk from the city centre. Here, you’ll find some of the city’s most famous landmarks including the Salisbury Museum and Salisbury Cathedral – a Gothic structure boasting the tallest spire in the UK. Planning to explore further afield? Catch the bus up to Stonehenge, which adds roughly another half an hour to your journey. To learn more about how to get to one of the best-known ancient wonders of the world, read our guide to visiting Stonehenge.
If you’d like to save money on your train tickets, try traveling at Off-Peak times, as tickets are usually cheaper outside of morning/evening rush hours between Monday and Friday. To save even more, keep an eye out for Advance tickets – they tend to be a lot cheaper than purchasing on the day of travel.
Keen to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from London to Salisbury in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. To find out more about the journey first, you can find our train timetables below, as well as tips on booking cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from London to Salisbury
Want to know more about your journey from London to Salisbury? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Salisbury
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Salisbury is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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