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Salisbury to Tywyn by train

First train

06:19

Last train

22:00

Departure station

Salisbury

Arrival station

Tywyn

Journey time

From 5h 34m

Distance

143 miles (230 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Salisbury to Tywyn by train

Looking to travel from Salisbury to Tywyn by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 7 hours 59 minutes to travel from Salisbury to Tywyn by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 34 minutes though. You'll usually find 9 trains per day running along the 143 miles (230 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Tywyn, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or South Western Railway to get to Tywyn. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Salisbury to Tywyn in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Salisbury to Tywyn? 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 Tywyn take?

The average journey time by train between Salisbury and Tywyn is 7 hours and 59 minutes, with around 9 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 Tywyn by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Salisbury to Tywyn is 5 hours and 34 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Salisbury to Tywyn?

No, there are no direct train services from Salisbury to Tywyn. Travelling from Salisbury to Tywyn by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Salisbury to Tywyn leave?

The first train from Salisbury to Tywyn leaves at 06:19. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Salisbury to Tywyn leave?

The last train from Salisbury to Tywyn leaves at 22:00. 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 Tywyn by train?

Trains travelling from Salisbury to Tywyn cover a distance of around 143 miles (230 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Tywyn to Salisbury.

Cheap train tickets from Salisbury to Tywyn

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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