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Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn by train

First train

07:56

Last train

19:42

Departure station

Salisbury

Arrival station

Abergele & Pensarn

Journey time

From 5h 36m

Distance

171 miles (275 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn in 5 hours 36 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 6 hours 38 minutes to travel the 171 miles (275 km) from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Abergele & Pensarn. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Abergele & Pensarn by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn take?

The average journey time by train between Salisbury and Abergele & Pensarn is 6 hours and 38 minutes, with around 7 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Salisbury and Abergele & Pensarn by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn is 5 hours and 36 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn?

No, there are no direct train services from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn. Travelling from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn leave?

The first train from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn leaves at 07:56. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn leave?

The last train from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn leaves at 19:42. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Salisbury and Abergele & Pensarn by train?

Trains travelling from Salisbury to Abergele & Pensarn cover a distance of around 171 miles (275 km) during the journey.

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