Train from Southampton to Salisbury: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Southampton to Salisbury on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
South Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
SalisburyCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
SalisburyFastest
South Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
SalisburyNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
SalisburyNo tags
South Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
SalisburyNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Southampton to Salisbury

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salisbury. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
40mAverage duration
21 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£4 - £8Average duration40m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£15 - £26Average duration38m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton to Salisbury 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 Southampton to Salisbury?

    The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Salisbury 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 Southampton to Salisbury?

    The average train journey time from Southampton to Salisbury is 38m, covering a distance of 21 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 29m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 15 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 Southampton to Salisbury?

    The earliest train from Southampton to Salisbury departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

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

    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 Southampton to Salisbury?

    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 Southampton to Salisbury?

    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 Southampton to Salisbury?

    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.

Best price found
03/12
£14
04/12
£15
Today
£15
06/12
£14
07/12
£15
08/12
£14
09/12
No data
10/12
£14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Southampton to Salisbury was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £14

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

You can expect to pay from £14 to £25 for a train ticket from Southampton to Salisbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-08.

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