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Compare prices and tickets Melksham to Salisbury by train
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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Melksham to Salisbury.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Melksham to Salisbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Melksham to Salisbury run on average 3 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 1h 23m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 20:42 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Melksham to Salisbury trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Melksham and Salisbury from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
£19
Great Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
£32
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Melksham to Salisbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melksham 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Melksham to Salisbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The train journey from Melksham to Salisbury covers a distance of 41 km and takes approximately 1h 23m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Melksham to Salisbury is 41 km.
The first train from Melksham to Salisbury leaves at 5:30.
The last train from Melksham to Salisbury departs at 20:42.
Trains from Melksham to Salisbury run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Melksham to Salisbury.
Yes, there is a direct train between Melksham and Salisbury. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To travel from Melksham to Salisbury, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Melksham to Salisbury.
The train station in Melksham that goes to Salisbury is Melksham station (MKM), and it arrives at Salisbury station (SAL).
The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Salisbury is by train, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Melksham to Salisbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Melksham to Salisbury offers scenic views as it passes through the picturesque Wiltshire countryside, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and lush landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Melksham to Salisbury is feasible with a travel time of 1h 23m each way. The distance is 41 km, and there are 3 train services per day.
In Salisbury, you can explore the bustling Salisbury Market, enjoy a scenic walk along the River Avon, visit Arundells, attend a performance at the Salisbury Playhouse, and discover the charming shops and cafes in the historic city centre. Don't miss the stunning Salisbury Cathedral, the nearby prehistoric monument Stonehenge, the ancient hill fort Old Sarum, the Salisbury Museum, and the elegant Mompesson House.
To fully explore Salisbury, including key attractions like Salisbury Cathedral, Stonehenge, and the local museums, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Melksham to Salisbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Melksham and Salisbury
Melksham
Salisbury
The major train station for departures in Melksham is Melksham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Melksham for your trip from Melksham to Salisbury.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Melksham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
The major train station for arrivals in Salisbury is Salisbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salisbury for your journey to Salisbury from Melksham.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibility
WC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2, 3 and 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park, platform 4 and platform 6 Secure Cycle compound for Season Ticket holders
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Salisbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off South Western Road
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