The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Salisbury
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Salisbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Salisbury will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Salisbury every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Salisbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 126 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Salisbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Salisbury coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:30 London | 4h00 | 21:30 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London to Salisbury.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Salisbury
Buses from London to Salisbury run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:35, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 04:35 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London to SalisburyYou can travel by bus between London to Salisbury with National Express, Megabus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Salisbury: Journey Details
Buses from London to Salisbury run seven days a week. National Express Coaches are the main provider on this route. There are five departures a day between 7:00 a.m. and around 7:30 p.m. Three routes are direct with a journey time of approximately 3 hours. One route changes at Bristol and takes 6 hours. Another journey involves a change at Southampton and takes around 3.5 hours.
Return journeys on buses from Salisbury to London are also available.
Taking the Bus from London
The main departure point for buses from London to Salisbury is London Victoria Coach Station, which is easily accessible by mainline rail services at Victoria Station, by underground trains on the District, Circle and Victoria Lines and by local bus routes. Mainline rail brings passengers from South London and Sussex, while buses and underground trains provide links from across the city. Some night bus services operate across London. There is also a taxi rank at Victoria Coach Station.
Getting into Salisbury by Bus
Salisbury is a pretty cathedral city in Wiltshire. The cathedral spire can be seen from some distance away as the city is approached by road. Salisbury is compact enough to be easily explored on foot, while the ruins of Old Sarum are a pleasant hour's stroll away along the river valley. This was the site of the original city, abandoned in the 13th century. Salisbury Cathedral has excellent views from its tower and contains an original copy of the Magna Carta.
Buses from London to Salisbury stop at Salisbury railway station, within walking distance of the city centre. Wilts and Dorset buses operate local routes throughout the city, the local area and to the Neolithic standing stones at Stonehenge. There is a small taxi rank at the station.
FAQs: London to Salisbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Salisbury by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salisbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Salisbury
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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