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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Salisbury
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Salisbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Salisbury will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 4 trains that leave Edinburgh for Salisbury every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 551 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 19 m 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.
5:267h19Edinburgh12:45Salisbury£581One-way0 changes
7:006h45Edinburgh13:45Salisbury£761One-way0 changes- 8:266h54Edinburgh15:20Salisbury£1281One-way0 changes
- 7:266h54Edinburgh14:20Salisbury£1311One-way0 changes
- 7:006h45Edinburgh13:45Salisbury£761One-way0 changes
- 8:266h54Edinburgh15:20Salisbury£1281One-way0 changes
- 7:266h54Edinburgh14:20Salisbury£1311One-way0 changes
- 5:267h19Edinburgh12:45Salisbury£581One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Edinburgh to Salisbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 551 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£100 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 38m Average total duration 16h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Salisbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Salisbury trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80072+ L79452+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo | On time 14:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h43 | 20:43 Salisbury station (SAL) | 2 changes | |
| G80072+L82693 · L79452+Tube from London Kings Cross to Vauxhall | On time 14:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h43 | 20:43 Salisbury station (SAL) | 3 changes | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
| 5:26 Edinburgh | 7h19 | 12:45 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:00 Edinburgh | 6h45 | 13:45 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:26 Edinburgh | 6h54 | 14:20 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:26 Edinburgh | 6h54 | 15:20 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Salisbury
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Trains from Edinburgh to Salisbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 551 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 551 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 5:08 |
Last train 20:52 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo from Edinburgh to Salisbury trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh and Salisbury from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Salisbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Salisbury by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salisbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Salisbury
Most Edinburgh to Salisbury trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Salisbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Salisbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Salisbury station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Salisbury from Salisbury city centre
Salisbury train station facilities and services
Salisbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salisbury.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury. ATMs are available at Salisbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salisbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salisbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salisbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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