Train from Salisbury to Southampton: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Salisbury to Southampton on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Salisbury
Southampton CentralCheapestFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Salisbury
Southampton CentralNo tags
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Salisbury
Southampton CentralNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Salisbury
Southampton CentralNo tags
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Salisbury
Southampton CentralNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salisbury to Southampton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
50mAverage duration
21 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£6 - £8Average duration50m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£15 - £27Average duration38m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salisbury to Southampton by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Salisbury to Southampton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Salisbury to Southampton start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £15. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Salisbury to Southampton?

    The average train journey time from Salisbury to Southampton is 38m, covering a distance of 21 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 28m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Salisbury to Southampton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway, Great Western Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salisbury to Southampton?

    The earliest train from Salisbury to Southampton departs at 07:11. And the latest train departs at 23:20.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Salisbury to Southampton?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Salisbury to Southampton?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Salisbury to Southampton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Salisbury to Southampton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£15
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£15
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£15
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£15
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£15
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£15
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salisbury to Southampton was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

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

You can expect to pay from £15 to £25 for a train ticket from Salisbury to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually South Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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