How much is the train ticket from London to Salisbury?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Salisbury start from R 252. The average price for this train route is around R 955. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Salisbury?

The average train journey time from London to Salisbury is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 123 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Salisbury route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 32 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Salisbury?

The earliest train from London to Salisbury departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 23:47.

Train London to Salisbury from R 238

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Salisbury on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:20	Waterloo	1h 46m	11:06	Tisbury	Cheapest
Train	15:27	Clapham Junction	1h 16m	16:43	Salisbury	Fastest
Train	07:10	Waterloo	1h 56m	09:06	Tisbury	No tags
Train	07:10	Waterloo	1h 56m	09:06	Tisbury	No tags
Train	08:20	Waterloo	1h 46m	10:06	Tisbury	No tags

Next departures from London to Salisbury on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:50	Waterloo	1h 31m	10:21	Salisbury	Cheapest
Train	15:27	Clapham Junction	1h 16m	16:43	Salisbury	Fastest
Train	07:10	Waterloo	1h 56m	09:06	Tisbury	No tags
Train	07:10	Waterloo	1h 56m	09:06	Tisbury	No tags
Train	08:20	Waterloo	1h 46m	10:06	Tisbury	No tags

Next departures from London to Salisbury on 7 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:57	Clapham Junction	1h 23m	09:20	Salisbury	Cheapest
Train	08:27	Clapham Junction	1h 18m	09:45	Salisbury	Fastest
Train	07:10	Waterloo	2h 20m	09:30	Tisbury	No tags
Train	07:10	Waterloo	2h 20m	09:30	Tisbury	No tags
Train	08:20	Waterloo	2h 10m	10:30	Tisbury	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:49 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Salisbury

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Salisbury. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 256, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

126 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 222 - R 251	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 252 - R 2 588	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 256 - R 304	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained about the Wi-Fi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 252

South Western Railway London Salisbury recent customer reviews

Overcrowded train with many people standing. Luckily somebody eventually gave up their seat for me as I have mobility problems. But why did this train only have 3 carriages?

Angela K.

17 August 2025

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Salisbury by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Salisbury?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Salisbury start from R 252. The average price for this train route is around R 955. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Salisbury?
The average train journey time from London to Salisbury is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 123 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Salisbury route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 32 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Salisbury?
The earliest train from London to Salisbury departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 23:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02/02

R 561

03/02

R 624

Today

R 758

05/02

R 365

06/02

R 623

07/02

R 296

08/02

R 242

09/02

R 291

The cheapest trip from London to Salisbury was searched and found on 08 Feb 2026 with a price of R 242

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Salisbury as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 242 to R 2 371 for a train ticket from London to Salisbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 242, which is on 2026-02-08.