The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL)
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Salisbury station (SAL) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 124 km
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2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:14 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h05 | 09:19 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:14 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h06 | 10:20 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:44 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h58 | 10:42 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:35 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h51 | 12:26 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:33 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h49 | 15:22 Salisbury station (SAL) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 21:03 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Salisbury station (SAL) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Salisbury station (SAL) 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 station (SAL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Paddington (PAD) and Salisbury station (SAL)
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected] The baby changing facilities are located in the toilets on Platform 4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2, 3 and 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park, platform 4 and platform 6 Secure Cycle compound for Season Ticket holders
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off South Western Road
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